CROCK POT BEEF STEW

3 carrots, cut up
3 potatoes, cut up
2 lbs. beef chuck or stew meat
1 c. of water or beef stock
1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
1 clove garlic (opt.)
1 bay leaf (opt.)
1 tbsp. salt
1/2 tsp. pepper
1 tsp. paprika (opt.)
3 onions, quartered
1 stalk celery, cut up (opt.)

Put in crock pot in the order listed. Stir just enough to mix spices. Cover and set to low for 10 to 12 hours or high for 5 to 6 hours.