Harvest Stew (gluten free)

• 3 Tbsp. corn starch
• 8 c. beef broth
• 2 Tbsp. vegetable broth
• 3 stalks celery
• 3 potatoes, chopped
• 4 carrots, sliced
• 1/2 onion, chopped
• 1 c. butternut squash
• 2 c. zucchini, quartered & sliced
• 1-2 lbs. stew meat
• 1 can corn (with juice)
• 1 can of green beans (with juice)
•  1 Tbsp. minced garlic
• 2 bay leaves
• 1-2 tsp. oregano
• 1-2 tsp. basil
• 1 tsp. chili powder
• 3 Tbsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp. chili lime seasoning or season salt

Put all ingredients into a crockpot on low. Cook for 4-6 hrs. Move to a big pot. Add cornstarch to 1/2 c. water. Add to stew. Bring to a boil until thickened.

from the kitchen of Sonya Carper