It's my neighbors who are the frequent quinea.... uh.... recipients of my trials and errors. They tested three versions of pumpkin/butternut squash soup before Thanksgiving. 
I haven't had a report back yet, but they really are good about giving me honest feedback. They also take care of my dogs when I go out of town, so a *very* small price to pay!! And we take turns shoveling in the winter time. Best neighbors EVAH!!!!!
So I thought the beef was great. I read a tip to take the beef out of the pot and finish it up in the oven, brushing with dijon mustard and sprinkling with some brown sugar. Made for a yummy glaze. Meat was very tender and sliced up easily after letting it cool a bit.
The veggies I added to the broth before the meat was done... potatoes about an hour... little later the carrots... and cabbage wedges for about 20 minutes. I was happy with the "doneness" of all those... but not happy with the plain jane flavor. Actually, the carrots were just fine. But I thought the potatoes and cabbage needed to be dressed up somehow.
All in all, I was happy for a first go around.
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