INGREDIENTS:
* 1 1/2 lbs. stew beef or round, cut in 1 1/2-inch cubes
* 2 tbsp. flour
* 1/2 teaspoon celery salt
* 1/2 teaspoon garlic powder
* 1/2 teaspoon ginger
* 1/4 teaspoon pepper
* 1 can (14.5 oz.) tomatoes
* 2 cups sliced carrots
* 1/4 cup molasses
* 1/4 dry sherry or white wine, or use beef broth
* 1/4 cup raisins
* hot cooked noodles

PREPARATION:
Put beef cubes in a food storage bag; toss with flour and seasonings. Pour beef and any remaining flour and seasonings into the slow cooker. Combine tomatoes, carrots, molasses and wine. Pour over beef. Cover and simmer on LOW for 7 to 9 hours. Add raisins the last 30 minutes. Serve stew with hot cooked noodles.
Serves 6.