AnswerMy favorite recipe for beef stew is very simple. You put a 2 pound beef brisket in the slow cooker and let it cook for about 12 hours on the highest setting. Then put it all the vegetables you'd like, potatoes, tomatoes, carrots, onions, or turnips, along with a bullion cube and a dash of rosemary, pepper, and salt. Let it sit for another hour or two on medium, then enjoy!