[[{“value”:”A hearty bowl of stew is satisfying any time of year, but when fall and winter comes around, it’s especially comforting. While it’s not hard to slow-cook stew in a crock pot, for days when you don’t feel like making the effort, or want to wait eight hours to eat, there are store-bought options that hit the spot. But with so many choices, it’s tough to know which ones deserve a spot in your pantry. To help highlight the best canned stews, Therese Buchanan, home chef, food blogger & recipe developer at Tessie’s Table, shares her five favorite brands.
Dinty Moore Beef Stew
A longtime pantry staple, Dinty Moore’s beef stew has become a familiar name in the canned stew aisle. “Dinty Moore is probably one of the most recognizable canned beef stews, and it has been around for generations,” Buchanan explains. “The combination of beef, potatoes, and carrots in a thick gravy is exactly what you’d expect from a traditional beef stew, with large enough pieces that it doesn’t eat like a can of soup.”
Progresso Rich & Hearty Beef Pot Roast with Country Vegetables
Progresso takes a pot-roast approach here, making this a heartier option for shoppers who want a full meal from a can. “Progresso packs this one with chunks of pot roast, potatoes, carrots, tomatoes, and green beans in beef broth,” says Buchanan. “There’s a lot of texture from the meat and vegetables, and the broth is thick enough that it lands somewhere between a soup and a stew.”
Campbell’s Chunky Beef Soup with Country Vegetables
Campbell’s Chunky line is known for its substantial soups, and this variety leans into the classic combination of beef and vegetables. According to Buchanan, “Campbell’s Chunky is a good choice when you want plenty of beef and vegetables in every spoonful.” She adds, “The pieces of beef, potatoes, carrots, and vegetables make it much more substantial than a broth-heavy canned soup.”
Yellowstone Beef Stew with Potatoes & Carrots
Yellowstone brings a traditional beef stew profile to the canned aisle, with a straightforward combination of familiar ingredients. “Yellowstone keeps its beef stew traditional with beef, potatoes, and carrots in a rich gravy,” per Buchanan. “Those larger pieces of meat and vegetables are important in a canned stew because they give it the texture you expect from a homemade version.”
Great Value Beef Pot Roast Soup
For shoppers focused on value and convenience, Great Value offers an affordable pantry option that can make a quick, filling meal. “Great Value Beef Pot Roast Soup is a good budget-friendly option with beef and vegetables in a savory broth,” Buchanan shares. “It’s especially handy to keep in the pantry when you want something hearty that only needs a few minutes to heat up.”
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