I tasted and reviewed canned beef stew from Progresso, Dinty Moore, Rao's, and Campbell's to find the best option for a quick stovetop meal.

Plus, you get these benefits without prepping a bunch of vegetables (aside from the chunky ones you add to the stew). Read more: 11 Canned Chili Brands, Ranked Worst To Best Enhancing beef stew ...

I mean, there’s nothing light about beef, but the chunky vegetables ... acid—from canned tomatoes, wine or a little vinegar—to break down the tough meat fibers. Slow-cooker stew recipes ...