Step 1

Heat olive oil in large skillet over med-high heat. When oil is hot, add meat.

Step 2

Let meat brown well, stir every 2-3 min. Let meat fry for 7-8 minutes. Place meat in crockpot.

Step 3

Place skillet back over heat, and add broth. Stir and scrape the browned bits, and bring the broth to a boil. When it boils, remove from heat and pour broth into the crockpot with the meat.

Step 4

Add onions, garlic, tomatoes, spices and bay leaves to crockpot. Cover and cook on high for 2 hours.

Step 5

After meat has cooked for two hours, add potatoes, jalapeño, carrots, bell pepper, green beans, and water. Continue cooking on high for 3 more hours.

Step 6

Stir and serve.