This is my new favorite pot of stew to feed a few extra friends. It makes a decent amount, so you can stretch it to take for lunch the next day, as it only gets better as it rests. That said, if you are a micro prep person, this is a great recipe for you. Chop all your vegetables in advance or even make the entire stew in its entirety 1-3 days in advance and warm it up when you need dinner