Celebrate St. Patrick’s day with this Irish Beef Stew. Simmer affordable beef stew meats to tender, break down perfection utilizing a slow cooker and Cook Smart’s dish. The technique is to soften the beef before food preparation, then allowing it stew gradually in the liquid using the mild warm from the slow-moving stove. It’s tough to be patient when your home smells so delicious, but trust us, it’s worth the wait.