Slow Cooker Stew

I like trying different stew recipes.  The V8 in this one along with the chili powder will give it a nice zing.  I think I will whip this up next week and and get some nice crusty bread to go with it.

1lb. beef stew meat
2 medium potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 14.5oz. can beef broth
1 11.5oz. can V8 juice
2 celery ribs, chopped
2 medium carrots, chopped
1 medium sweet onion, chopped
3 bay leaves
1/2 tsp. salt
1/2 tsp. dried thyme
1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. pepper
2 tbsp. cornstarch
1 tbsp. cold water
1/2 C. frozen corn
1/2 C. frozen peas

Combine the first 12 ingredients in your slow cooker.  Cover and cook on low for 7-8 hours or until meat is tender.

 Discard bay leaves.

In a small bowl, combine the cornstarch and water until smooth; stir into stew.  Add corn and peas.  Cover and cook on high for 30 minutes or until thickened.