But, similar to chipped beef, corned beef is brined and cured. Canned corned beef can be eaten straight out of the can, but ...

You can use any dried beef for this recipe. Chipped beef can also be labeled "dried beef" in small glass jars beside other canned meats. For extra creaminess, use half and half instead of milk.

As a result, canned beef stew has been my saving grace on the nights I don't have the time to cook an entire meal. So, I decided to taste four brands of canned beef stew — Progresso, Campbell's ...