Crockpot Beef Stew

Combine all ingredients in a 6 quart slow cooker, and cook, covered, on LOW for 7 1/2 hours.

*2 (1 pound) pkgs frozen stew vegetables may be substituted for carrots and poatoes

**1 (14 1/2 oz) can dice tomatoes with green peppers and onions may be substituted for red bell pepper and diced tomatoes.