No Peeky Beef Casserole

The name says it all: no peeking. Put the lid on, walk away, and let the crockpot work its magic.

Stewing beef, cream of mushroom soup, onion soup mix, a splash of dry red wine, and whole mushrooms all go into the pot together. That’s it. No browning, no layering, no babysitting.

Eight to twelve hours on low, and you’ve got beef so tender it barely holds together in a rich, savory gravy that’s begging for egg noodles or a scoop of fluffy rice.

Seriously, don’t lift that lid. Every time you peek, you lose heat and add cooking time. Trust the process.

Kitchen Tips

• Resist the urge to open the lid during cooking. Each peek can add 15 to 30 minutes to cook time
• Use a full-bodied dry red wine. Whatever’s open on the counter works fine
• For a richer sauce, stir in a tablespoon of tomato paste before cooking
• Leftovers reheat beautifully and taste even better the next day