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Hearty Beef Vegetable Stew

Submitted by: Angela Nelson 
I received this wonderful recipe from a co-worker. It's awesome! It is a hit with everyone, including our two young children. And it's good for you, too. -Angela Nelson of Ruther Glen, Virginia 

Hearty Pork N Beans

Submitted by: Janice Toms 
'This sweet chunky mixture tastes great as a main dish with French bread or corn bread,' reports Janice Toms, Saline, Louisiana. 'It's also a good side dish to serve at a barbecue or potluck.' 

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Slow-Cooked Sirloin

Submitted by: Vicki Tormaschy 
My family of five likes to eat beef so this recipe is a favorite. I usually serve it with homemade bread or rolls to soak up the tasty gravy. -Vicki Tormaschy of Dickinson, North Dakota 

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Slow-Cooked Swiss Steak

Submitted by: Sarah Burks 
Sarah Burks of Wathena, Kansas lets her slow cooker simmer up this fuss-free and flavorful Swiss steak. Perfect for busy spring daysthe longer it cooks, the better it tastes! 

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Seasoned Short Ribs

Submitted by: Taste of Home Test Kitchen 
Line your broiler pan with foil for easy cleanup. 

Cranberry Meatballs

Submitted by: Nina Hall 
Whether you serve them as appetizers or the main course, these tasty meatballs shared by Nina Hall of Citrus Heights, California are sure to be popular. Cranberry and chili sauces give them extra sweetness. TIP: These taste very good over egg noodles, Nina suggests. 

Beef 'N' Bean Starter

Submitted by: Nancy Ware 
Nancy Ware of Enon, Ohio uses her slow cooker to prepare this hearty beef and bean mixture, then divides it into two freezer bags. When you're racing against the clock, pull a bag of starter from the freezer to fix the savory soup or quick chili that follows. 

Veggie Meatball Soup

Submitted by: Charla Tinney 
'It's a snap to put together this hearty soup before I leave for work,' says Charla Tinney of Tyrone, Oklahoma. 'I just add cooked pasta when I get home, and I have a few minutes to relax before supper is ready.' 

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Meaty Spaghetti Sauce

Submitted by: Arlene Sommers 
'My family always enjoyed my homemade spaghetti sauce, but it's so time-consuming to make on the stovetop,' remarks Arlene Sommers of Redmond, Washington. 'My busy grown daughter adapted my recipe to take advantage of her slow cooker. The flavorful sauce still receives compliments.' 

Hearty Beans with Beef

Submitted by: Jan Biehl 
'My husband raved about this sweet bean dish after tasting it at a party, so I knew I had to get the recipe,' recalls Jan Biehl, Leesburg, Indiana. 'It's perfect for get-togethers because you can mix it up a day early and toss it in the slow cooker a few hours before your guests arrive.' 
 
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