How do I mix frozen and fresh vegetables in a stew/slow cooker?

Question

I'm doing an overnight slowcooker stew, and half of my veggies are frozen (broccoli, cauliflower) or canned (peas and corn), the others have to cook overnight.

When do I add the already cooked stuff?

Answer 1

Add them, the frozen veggies, about 30-45 minutes before service.

Answer 2

put the fresh in first then when its about done add the others and wait till its hot

Answer 3

I would add the frozen and canned things 30 minutes before you are ready to serve. They just have to heat through and defrost.

Answer 4

For your overnight stew, you could add your carrots, celery and onions at night to add flavor to your protein, they will be so soft and be incorporated enough to become part of the sauce, about a half hour before it's done, add your frozen veggies (broccoli and cauliflower), then about 10 minutes before it's done, dump in you canned peas and corn.  Hope this helps you to enjoy your wonderful Stew!