brin
Super Member
Well, Chuck roast will cook up faster than some of the other cuts. Plus, the V8 seems to tenderize it fairly quickly. I admit that I have to sample the meat from time to time to make sure that it is cooking up. It's an art, and I try to make sure that it is cooking up before I add the veggies.
I use Peal Barley in all my soup and stews....it is good stuff and not only tastes good, good for you but it adds body and acts as a thickener... I wish I had thought of beef stew earlier today... I think I can smell yours from here..