Cowboy Stew

Sharing is caring!

There’s nothing quite like a steaming bowl of Cowboy Stew to satisfy your hunger and warm your soul. Packed with tender meat, hearty beans, and savoury spices, this rustic one-pot wonder is a meal that sticks to your ribs and brings a taste of the frontier to your table. Whether you’re feeding a hungry crowd, meal prepping for the week, or just craving some old-fashioned comfort food, this easy Cowboy Stew recipe delivers bold flavours with minimal fuss.

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)

• 1 lb smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille), sliced

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 1 bell pepper, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (undrained)

• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce

• 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained

• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained & rinsed

• 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained & rinsed

• 1 (15 oz) can green beans, drained

• 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles (optional for heat)

• 3 cups beef broth (or water + bouillon)

• 2 medium potatoes, peeled & diced (optional)

• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce

• 1 tsp chilli powder

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp paprika

• ½ tsp black pepper

• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)

• 2 tbsp olive oil

Instructions:

1. Brown the Meat: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and sausage, breaking it up as it cooks until browned (about 5-7 mins). Drain excess fat if needed.

2. Sauté Veggies: Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until softened (about 3-4 mins).

3. Add Liquids & Seasonings: Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and all spices. Bring to a simmer.

4. Add Beans & Potatoes: Stir in all beans, corn, green chiles (if using), and diced potatoes. Mix well.

5. Simmer: Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-40 mins, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.

6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and add more salt, pepper, or spices if needed.

7. Serve: Ladle into bowls and enjoy with cornbread, crackers, or a sprinkle of shredded cheese on top.

Variations:

• Spicier? Add a diced jalapeño or cayenne pepper.

• Slow Cooker Option: Brown meat first, then add everything to a crockpot and cook on Low 6-8 hrs or High 3-4 hrs.

• Extra Hearty? Add diced carrots or sweet potatoes.

Related

1. How Long Do Cooked Beans Last in the Fridge?
2. Cowboy Soup
3. Durkee Green Bean Casserole

Cowboy Stew

Discover the hearty flavours of Cowboy Stew! This easy recipe combines beef, beans, and veggies for a delicious meal perfect for any occasion.

Print Recipe Pin Recipe

Prep Time 15 minutes mins

Cook Time 45 minutes mins

Course: Dinner, Main Course

Cuisine: American

Ingredients Method

Ingredients

  

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 lb smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille), sliced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (undrained)
• 1 (15 oz) can tomato sauce
• 1 (15 oz) can of corn, drained
• 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained & rinsed
• 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained & rinsed
• 1 (15 oz) can green beans, drained
• 1 (4 oz) can diced green chiles (optional for heat)
• 3 cups beef broth (or water + bouillon)
• 1 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp chilli powder
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp paprika
• ½ tsp black pepper
• ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
• 2 tbsp olive oil

Method

 

1. Brown the Meat: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and sausage, breaking it up as it cooks until browned (about 5-7 mins). Drain excess fat if needed.
2. Sauté Veggies: Add onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until softened (about 3-4 mins).
3. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, Worcestershire sauce, and all spices. Bring to a simmer.
4. Stir in all beans, corn, green chiles (if using), and diced potatoes. Mix well.
5. Reduce heat to low, cover, and let simmer for 30-40 mins, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.
6. Adjust Seasoning: Taste and add more salt, pepper, or spices if needed.
7. Serve

Sharing is caring!