Tex Mex Beef Stew



1 lb. beef chuck pot roast
1 Tbsp. olive oil
2 (14 oz.) cans Mexican diced tomatoes, undrained
2 onions, chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
2 (15 oz.) cans pinto beans, rinsed and drained
3 cups beef broth
6 oz. can tomato paste
4 oz. can chopped jalapeno peppers, undrained
1 Tbsp. chili powder
1/4 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/4 tsp. ground cinnamon
1/2 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. pepper
1 zucchini, chopped
2 yellow bell peppers, chopped

1. Cut meat into 1" pieces and trim excess fat. Saute meat in the olive oil over medium heat in a nonstick skillet until browned, about 5-6 minutes. Drain well. Place in 3-4 quart crockpot. Add remaining ingredients except zucchini and yellow bell peppers. Cover crockpot and cook on low for 10-12 hours until beef is cooked and vegetables are tender.
2. Turn heat to high, add zucchini and peppers. Cover crockpot and cook for 20-30 minutes until thoroughly heated.

6 servings

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