Reviewed: Feb. 21, 2009

Loved the combination of ingredients, but not strongly flavored enough for me. Used diced tomatoes instead of stewed and added some frozen peas. Simmered in a 3.5 qt dutch oven for about 1.5 hours instead of a slow cooker. Nice texture! After tasting I used Lawry's seasoning salt, tons of black pepper, dried basil, parsley and more than doubled the amount of garlic powder. Ah! Much better for me! I'd give my tweaked stew a 5 star! I can see adding green beans and little shell pasta, and I'm thinking a second can of chilies.

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Living In: Milwaukee, Wisconsin, USA

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Reviewed: Dec. 18, 2008

this tasted more like taco soup than minestrone

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Aubrey

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Reviewed: Oct. 31, 2007

Just okay. a little bland. I probably won't make this again. It was definately very easy though.

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mcs091004

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Home Town: White Lake, Michigan, USA

Living In: Waterford, Michigan, USA

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Reviewed: Oct. 7, 2007

We loved this. I used a can of petite-cut diced tomatoes in juice in place of the stewed tomatoes (can't eat the green peppers in stewed tomatoes). Thank you for sharing!

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BECKY_S

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Reviewed: Oct. 7, 2007

Super good, super easy. My (picky) boyfriend even liked this meal. Love being able to throw a bunch of stuff in the crock pot and walk away. Better than most beef/veggie soups.

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Lisa

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Reviewed: Oct. 5, 2007

This was okay, but nothing memorable. Quick to put in at lunchtime and ready at dinner after a hectic afternoon of activities. Might try Italian sausage instead of ground beef next time.

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Reviewed: Jul. 18, 2007

We absolutely love this stew and have been requested to make it multiple times, particularly on family campouts. It works just fine in a dutch oven. One of our favorite dishes. Thank you.

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