In a large plastic bag, combine the dry onion soup mix and paprika. Add the beef stew meat, ensuring each piece is thoroughly coated in the seasoning mixture.

Lightly grease a 7-quart crock pot. Spread the seasoned beef evenly across the bottom of the crock pot.

Layer the diced potatoes, baby carrots, and chopped yellow onion over the beef, distributing evenly.

In a medium bowl, stir together the cream of celery soup and ketchup until smooth. Pour the gravy over the beef and vegetables.

Cover the crock pot and cook on low for 7-8 hours.

Once cooking time is complete, stir the stew gently to combine all the ingredients.