In terms of canned beef stew, I found Nalley Big Chunk Stew superior to Dinty Moore’s. Better meat, wider variety of vegatables, and (of course) bigger chunks of both. When I was in law school, I used to get the microwavable containers for a quick lunch or dinner when I had a night class. I don’t know if they’re still as good or if they’ve changed the recipe since I haven’t had any in over 20 years.