Description
This Cowboy Stew recipe is a hearty and comforting dish that combines ground beef, smoked sausage, beans, and flavorful spices for a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Ground Beef:
1 pound
Smoked Sausage, sliced:
1/2 pound
Onion, diced:
1 medium
Garlic, minced:
2 cloves
Pinto Beans, drained and rinsed:
1 (15 oz) can
Kidney Beans, drained and rinsed:
1 (15 oz) can
Corn, drained:
1 (15 oz) can
Diced Tomatoes, undrained:
1 (15 oz) can
Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies):
1 (10 oz) can
Beef Broth:
2 cups
Chili Powder:
1 teaspoon
Smoked Paprika:
1/2 teaspoon
Cumin:
1/2 teaspoon
Salt and Black Pepper:
to taste
Optional:
Diced Potatoes, Chopped Bell Peppers, Hot Sauce
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
- Add Sausage and Aromatics: Add the sliced smoked sausage and cook for another 3–4 minutes until lightly browned. Stir in the diced onion and garlic, and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened and fragrant.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the pinto beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, Rotel, beef broth, chili powder, smoked paprika, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Simmer the Stew: Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat and let simmer uncovered for 25–30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Adjust Seasonings and Serve: Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot with cornbread, biscuits, or over rice.
Notes
- For a heartier stew, add 2 diced potatoes and simmer until tender.
- Leftovers keep well in the fridge for up to 4 days and taste even better the next day.
- This recipe can also be made in a slow cooker—brown the meat first, then add all ingredients and cook on low for 6–8 hours.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 1/2 cups
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 820 mg
- Fat: 20 g
- Saturated Fat: 8 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 30 g
- Fiber: 7 g
- Protein: 28 g
- Cholesterol: 70 mg
