Kim's Crockpot Stew 1 1/2lbs stew meat or meat that has been cut for stir fry ( it is a little cheaper to buy than the stew meat and the results are the same) 4-5 10oz cans of Cream of mushroom soup 1 4oz can of mushrooms an eighth of a teaspoon ground ginger 5-6 cloves of garlic coarsely chopped approx. 1/2 teaspoon oregano ( or to taste) approx. 1/2 teaspoon basil ( or to taste) garlic powder to taste salt and pepper to taste. Half cup water Combine all ingredients in the crockpot and cook on low for 6 hours or more or if you are in a rush cook on high for four to five hours. The gravy will usually be a little thin. If you would like it thicker add a little corn starch paste or flour when you combine the ingredients. Serve over egg noodles or rice. ( i prefer to serve it with the noodles0 Every once in a while I like to use chicken instead of beef. Just substitute 4-5 chicken breasts in place of the stew meat. This version tends to go better with rice. Also you can add potatoes, carrots and experiment with the seasonings. can serve up to 5-6 people