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Cowboy Stew Recipe

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Discover this easy Cowboy Stew recipe—packed with sausage, beef, bacon, beans, and potatoes, it’s the ultimate comfort food. Perfect for chilly nights!

  • Total Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
  • Yield: 6 1x

Ingredients

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  • 4 slices bacon, chopped
  • 2 (12-ounce) package kielbasa sausage, cut into 1/2 inch slices
  • 1 1/2 pounds ground beef, 80/20
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, with liquid
  • 2 (16-ounce) cans baked beans, with liquid
  • 1 (7-ounce) can chopped green chilies, with liquid
  • 1 (15-ounce) can sweet corn, with liquid
  • 2 medium russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2 inch cubes
  • 1 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons parsley, chopped

Instructions

  • Brown the bacon: Start by frying the bacon in your large pot until it’s crispy and brown. The smell of bacon frying is always a great start, isn’t it? Once it’s done, use a slotted spoon to remove the bacon, but leave the drippings in the pot. Pro tip: Make sure you cook it over medium heat so you don’t burn the bacon fat—you’ll need that for the next step.
  • Cook the sausage: In the same pot, add the sliced kielbasa sausage. Brown both sides, which should only take a few minutes. You want that beautiful caramelization. Then, set the sausage aside with the bacon.
  • Brown the ground beef with onions and garlic: Toss the ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic into the pot. Cook until the beef is no longer pink, and the onions are softened. Be sure to scrape up any of the browned bits from the bottom of the pot—that’s where the flavor is! At this point, sprinkle in the flour, salt, pepper, and chili powder. Stir everything around and let it cook for another minute.
  • Add in the rest of the ingredients: Now, it’s time to really bring the stew together. Add the diced tomatoes, baked beans, green chilies, corn, potatoes, bacon, sausage, and water. Bring the whole thing to a boil, then immediately lower the heat to a simmer. Cover the pot and let it cook for about an hour, stirring occasionally. You’ll know it’s done when the potatoes are tender and everything has thickened into a glorious stew.
  • Finish with parsley: Before serving, sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a pop of color and freshness. If the stew seems too thick, just add a splash more water until you reach your desired consistency.

Notes

How to serve and make it look extra inviting

To serve Cowboy Stew, ladle it into large bowls and top it with a sprinkle of parsley. You could even add a dollop of sour cream or shredded cheese if you’re feeling indulgent. Serve it with crusty bread or buttery cornbread on the side to mop up all that delicious broth. If you’re hosting friends, place the stew in a large serving bowl, and let everyone help themselves—there’s something wonderfully communal about this dish.

  • Author: Jessica
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Category: Dinner

Find it online: https://savorykitchenstories.com/cowboy-stew-recipe/