Cowboy Beef Stew

This beef stew is the easiest and created in a crockpot with frozen hashbrowns - 6 to 8 servings  2-1/2 lb beef for stew, cut into 1" pieces   Hurst's Hambeens W/Seasoning packet original Dried 15 Bean Soup, (Walmart)  2 Tbsp vegetable oil  2 cans (14-1/2 oz each) diced tomatoes with green peppers and onion, undrained  1 can (14 to 14-1/2 oz) beef broth  3 cups diced rawpotatoes, bite size pieces (about 1/2") Soak beans according to package directions. Reserve seasoning. Coat beef with reserved seasoning. Heat oil in stockpot over medium heat until hot. Brown beef in batches. Pour off drippings. Drain beans; discard water. Combine beef, beans, tomatoes, potatoes and broth in crockpot; cover tightly and simmer on medium 1-3/4 to 2-1/4 hours or until beef is fork-tender. image credit and recipe adapted from: ShawnsQualityMeats Thanks For Visiting