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Cowboy Stew

Hearty Cowboy Stew for Comforting Family Dinners

This Cowboy Stew is a comforting blend of three meats, beans, and vegetables that creates a satisfying dinner experience.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: American
Calories: 400
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Meat
  • 6 slices Bacon Turkey bacon can be used for a lighter option.
  • 1 pound Kielbasa Sausage Swap with chorizo if you prefer a spicier kick.
  • 1 pound Ground Beef (80/20) Consider lean ground turkey for a lighter alternative.
For the Vegetables
  • 1 medium Onion Shallots can serve as a milder substitute.
  • 4 cloves Garlic Fresh garlic is best for optimal flavor.
  • 14.5 ounces Petite Diced Tomatoes Crushed tomatoes can be an alternative if needed.
  • 4 ounces Chopped Green Chiles You can skip this if you’re sensitive to spice.
  • 1 cup Sweet Corn Fresh or frozen corn works great as a substitute.
  • 2 medium Russet Potatoes Cubed potatoes add heartiness.
For the Seasoning
  • 1/4 cup All-Purpose Flour Cornstarch is an excellent substitute for gluten-free diets.
  • 1 teaspoon Salt Consider using reduced sodium salt.
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper Freshly cracked pepper is recommended.
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder Adjust based on your heat preference.
For the Beans
  • 1 can Baked Beans or Ranch Beans Choose based on your flavor preference.
For Cooking
  • 4 cups Water Substitute with broth to boost flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons Parsley For garnish, feel free to omit if you don’t have it.

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Steps
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook diced bacon over medium heat for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until crispy and golden brown. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess fat.
  2. Add kielbasa slices to the same pot and brown for approximately 4-5 minutes, stirring occasionally. Once browned, transfer the kielbasa to the plate with the bacon.
  3. Add the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic into the pot. Cook over medium heat for 6-8 minutes, or until the beef is no longer pink and the onion is transparent.
  4. Sprinkle flour, salt, black pepper, and chili powder over the sautéed meat mixture. Stir well for about 1 minute.
  5. Pour in the petite diced tomatoes, baked or ranch beans, chopped green chiles, sweet corn, cubed russet potatoes, and water. Stir everything to combine well.
  6. Increase the heat to high and bring the Cowboy Stew to a gentle boil. Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 1 hour.
  7. After 1 hour, check the thickness of the Cowboy Stew. If too thick, stir in additional water. Taste and adjust the seasoning if needed. Serve hot, garnished with fresh parsley.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 400kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 3mg

Notes

This stew is perfect for family dinners and can be customized with different meats and beans.

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