Moroccan Braisedd Beef slow cooker

Prep: 20 minutes   Cook :  7 hours     Makes 6 servings

1/3              cup all-purpose flour
2                  pounds boneless beef chuck roast , cut into 1-inch cubes
3                  tablespoons olive oil
2                  cans (14-1/2 ounces each) beef broth
2                  cups chopped onions
1                  can ( 14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes , undrained
1                  cup red wine
2 to 3           teaspoons curry powder
1                  tablespoon paprika
1                  teaspoon ground cumin
1                  teaspoon coriander
1/2               teaspoon cayenne pepper
1-1/2           cups golden raisins
*******Hot cooked coucous , optional

1 .      Place flour  in a large resealable plastic bag  ; add beef  and toss to coat . In a large skillet  , brown beef  in oil . Transfer  to a 5-quart  slow cooker  . Stir in the broth  , onions , tomatoes  , wine  and seasonings . Cover and cook on low  for 7 to 8 hours  or until meat is tender .
2 .      During the last 30 minutes  of cooking , stir in the raisins . Serve with couscous id desired .

Curry powder is a blend  of up to 20 spices  , herbs and seeds  . Add a pinch of curry  to your favoeiate  soups , stews  , salads and even rice for an exotic flavor .