Tuscan Beef Stew

1 can (10.75 oz) tomato soup
12 oz. beef broth
½ cup red wine (or more - you decide)
2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 1-inch cubes, if necessary
1 can (14.5 oz) Italian-style tomatoes
3 large carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
2 stalks celery, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 tablespoon Italian seasoning (parsley, thyme, oregano, rosemary, basil, pinch red pepper flakes), crushed
½ teaspoon garlic powder
2 cans cannellini beans, drained

Mix all ingredients except beans in a slow cooker. Cover and cook on Low for 8-9 hours, or on High for 4-5 hours until done. Stir in beans and turn heat to High. Cook for 10 minutes. Serves 8.

Laura

Hamburger Stew

1 lb ground beef
1 tbsp olive oil
1 onion, sliced
1 ½ tsp salt
1/4 tsp pepper
1 tbsp steak sauce
1 can (19 oz) tomatoes
3 med potatoes, peeled & sliced
3 med carrots, sliced
2 stalks celery, diced
Split hot biscuits (optional)

Brown beef lightly in oil, stirring with fork to break up meat. Add onion & cook a few minutes longer. Add remaining ingredients, except biscuits. Bring to a boil & simmer covered 30 min or until vegetables are tender. Serve on biscuits. Serves 4 – 6.

Laura