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Cowboy Stew

A hearty one-pot meal that combines ground beef, sausage, beans, and spices for a comforting stew perfect for busy nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Comfort Food
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Meats
  • 1 pound ground beef Fresh ground beef enhances flavor.
  • 1 pound pork sausage Use ground turkey for a lighter option.
  • 1 pound chicken (or beef) stew meat Adds heartiness.
Canned Ingredients
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained
  • 1 can black beans, drained
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 2 cups diced tomatoes (canned or fresh)
Aromatics and Broth
  • 1 onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Use pre-minced garlic for convenience.
  • 2 cups beef broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian option.
Spices
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder Adjust to taste for spice level.
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper

Method
 

Cooking the Base
  1. In a large pot over medium heat, add the ground beef and pork sausage. Sauté until browned, about 5-7 minutes, draining any excess fat.
  2. Stir in the chicken or beef stew meat and continue cooking for another 5 minutes until the meat is seared.
Adding Aromatics
  1. Mix in the chopped onion and minced garlic. Sauté until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Combine Ingredients
  1. Add the drained beans, corn, diced tomatoes, beef broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir everything together.
Simmering
  1. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30 minutes. Stir occasionally.
Serving
  1. Ladle the Cowboy Stew into bowls and serve hot with optional toppings.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container for up to four days or frozen for three months. To reheat add broth if it thickens too much.