Just made a Batch in the crockpot yesterday. I used Elk and Venison.
My stew is sorta like saved leftovers. Such as, When I make a Prime Rib or Roast Beef, any leftover gravy goes into a plastic container, then frozen. The same goes with leftover vegetables such as corn,carrotts and stingbeans, Come time to assemble I coat the meat in flour and brown in oil. Throw in whatever leftovers I saved. Then add some onions, celery, peas, carrotts, peppers,garlic,sometimes potatoes andmore veggies if needed ,Don't for get the pepper. Add some water if needed.The salt should be added after it is cooked or at the table. It can be thickened with a roux or cornstarch when done. Pass the crusty bread or corn bread. it's all good.