Cowboy Stew

Ingredients
1 pound beef for stew
1 packet taco seasoning mix (about 1 ounce)
large zip-top bag
1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with garlic/onion (undrained)
1 (10-ounce) can milder diced tomatoes and green chiles (undrained)
1 cup refried beans
2 cups frozen seasoning blend (diced onions, bell peppers, celery)
2 (16-ounce) cans pinto beans (drained)

Steps
1. Preheat slow cooker on high. Place beef and taco seasoning in zip-top bag; shake to coat. Transfer beef and seasoning to slow cooker.
2. Stir in canned tomatoes (including liquid), refried beans, and seasoning blend.
3. Pour beans on top of beef mixture (do not stir). Cover, reduce heat to low, and cook 8 to 10 hours. Serve.

(Recipe courtesy of Publix Aprons Simple Meals)