Introduction:

Indulge in the unparalleled satisfaction of the Best Ever Beef Stew – a culinary masterpiece that tantalizes your taste buds and elevates your dining experience.

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds of premium beef stew meat
• ½ cup of all-purpose flour
• 1 tablespoon of seasoned salt
• 2 tablespoons of high-quality olive oil
• ½ teaspoon of freshly ground black pepper
• 1 large, finely diced onion
• 2 bay leaves
• ¼ cup of Worcestershire sauce
• 2 cups of pristine water
• 2 heaping teaspoons of beef demi-glace (or substitute with beef Swanson Flavor Boost)
• 4 medium to large red-skinned potatoes, meticulously washed and diced
• 3 large carrots, expertly peeled and sliced
• 1 stalk of celery, finely diced

Directions:

1. Begin by shaking the beef stew meat in a resealable plastic bag with flour and seasoned salt until each piece is impeccably coated.
2. Heat the olive oil in a skillet, introducing the floured stew meat to the pan to achieve a golden brown perfection on all sides. Using a slotted spoon or tongs, transfer the seared meat to the base of a slow cooker, seasoning it with freshly ground pepper.
3. Saute the finely diced onion in the same skillet for 2 minutes, embracing the added flavor from the residual meat juices. Transfer the sauteed onions into the slow cooker.
4. In the same skillet, pour in Worcestershire sauce, water, and beef demi-glace (or Swanson Flavor Boost). Whisk the mixture until well combined, ensuring to scrape up any flavorful bits from the bottom of the pan. Turn off the heat and set aside.
5. Introduce the diced potatoes, sliced carrots, celery, and bay leaves into the slow cooker. Pour the meticulously crafted broth/Worcestershire mixture into the crockpot. Cover and let it simmer on low for 8 hours, allowing the flavors to meld into a culinary symphony.
6. Before serving, remember to remove the bay leaves, ensuring a flawless presentation of the Best Ever Beef Stew.