I love making stew- you can be so creative! I never follow a recipe- just put in whatever I have -never have to worry if I have the right ingredients etc. I always use different spices, herbs each time.It always tastes better the next day too, and the day after that and even better the 4th day...

I don't really like stew that much - it gives the meat, especially beef, a flavor i dislike. Sort of a crock-pot-cooked flavor.