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A bowl of hearty cowboy stew, featuring chunks of potatoes, sliced smoked sausage, ground beef, corn, and a tomato-based broth, garnished with fresh chopped parsley.

Cowboy Stew

A robust, one-pot stew with three meats, beans, and veggies that warms the soul with every bite.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 1 hour 30 minutes
Simmering Time 1 hour
Total Time 2 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 745
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 4 slices bacon chopped, for smoky base
  • 2 12-ounce packages kielbasa sausage (cut into ½-inch slices, for smokiness)
  • 1 ½ pounds ground beef 80/20, for juiciness
  • 1 medium onion diced, adds sweetness
  • 3 cloves garlic minced, fresh
  • 3 tablespoon all-purpose flour for thickening
  • 1 ½ teaspoon salt adjust to taste
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper freshly ground
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder for subtle heat
  • 1 14.5-ounce can petite diced tomatoes (with liquid)
  • 2 16-ounce cans baked beans (sweeter) or ranch beans (more savory, with liquid)
  • 1 7-ounce can chopped green chilies (with liquid, adds mild heat)
  • 1 15-ounce can sweet corn (with liquid, for sweetness)
  • 2 medium russet potatoes peeled, cut into ½-inch cubes
  • 1 cup water adjust to desired thickness
  • 2 tablespoon parsley chopped, for garnish

Method
 

  1. Cook the bacon in a large stockpot over medium heat until crisp. Remove with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  2. Add kielbasa slices to the bacon drippings and brown on both sides. Remove and set aside with the bacon.
  3. Add ground beef, diced onion, and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until beef is no longer pink, stirring occasionally.
  4. Sprinkle the flour, salt, black pepper, and chili powder over the beef mixture. Stir and cook for 1 minute to incorporate.
  5. Stir in the diced tomatoes, baked beans, green chilies, sweet corn, potatoes, cooked bacon, and kielbasa. Pour in 1 cup water.
  6. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 1 hour. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. Check consistency and add extra water if the stew is too thick.
  8. Garnish with chopped parsley before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 ServingCalories: 745kcalCarbohydrates: 52gProtein: 38gFat: 45gSaturated Fat: 15gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gCholesterol: 125mgSodium: 2049mgPotassium: 508mgFiber: 7gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 158IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 29mgIron: 2mg

Notes

This classic Cowboy Stew combines bacon, kielbasa, and beef for a smoky, savory flavor that’s hard to beat. Perfect for a cozy night in, it’s hearty, flavorful, and makes plenty for leftovers.

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