Instructions: 1. In a crockpot or stew pot, add beef, potatoes, brown gravy and seasonings. Heat on low; cover tightly and simmer 2 to 2 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.

2. Meanwhile, prepare Pumpkin Shell Tureen. Cut top off pumpkin; scrape out fibers and seeds. Approx. 10 minutes before serving, pour boiling water into pumpkin; cover and let stand. Drain before serving.

3. Add all the vegetables to meat, potatoes and gravy.

Heat on low; cover tightly and simmer 1 to 1 1/2 hours, stirring occasionally.

4. Remove from heat; let stand, covered, 5 minutes. Ladle into Pumpkin Shell Tureen (remember to add the boiling water to the pumpkin and drain before adding stew).

5. Enjoy!

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