abdul rahim wrote:
> crockpot does a nice job of softening up the beef, carrots, and potatoes, but
> what can you add to flavor beef stew?
>
> tastes kind of bland with just salt and pepper. any spicing/flavoring ideas? thanks

Brown the meat first. Add bay leaf, celery, dried or fresh parsley, thyme
(not too much!), reduce the salt and add a beef bouillon cube.

Best regards,
Bob