Cowboy Stew
This Cowboy Stew is a hearty, meaty soup that's on the table in under an hour! Get big flavor with ground beef, sausage, bacon, corn, and potatoes in a rich broth.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 12 oz kielbasa (chopped into 1" rounds)
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 teaspoon salt
- 1 pack taco seasoning
- 2.5 oz bagged real bacon pieces
- 1 lb new potatoes (cut into bite-sized pieces)
- 10 oz Rotel diced tomatoes & green chilies
- 15.25 oz canned corn (drained)
- 15 oz canned chili beans
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- In a large stock pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef and keilbasa. Add diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, until translucent. Drain grease.
- Add garlic and cook until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Season mixture with taco seasoning and salt.
- Add bacon, potatoes, Rotel, canned corn, chili beans, and beef broth to the stock pot. Stir well.
- Simmer over medium/low heat for 30-40 minutes, until potatoes have softened and flavors have blended.
- Serve topped with cheddar cheese, with cornbread on the side.
Notes
- Prep the Potatoes Evenly: Chop your new potatoes into uniform bite-sized pieces (around 1 inch) so they all finish cooking at the exact same time. Leave any tiny ones whole.
- Prevent Scorching: Because the chili beans and potatoes release a lot of natural starches as they simmer, make sure to give the pot a good stir completely from the bottom every 10 minutes to keep anything from sticking.
- Watch the Salt: Between the bacon pieces, smoked sausage, canned beans, and the taco seasoning packet, salt levels can vary wildly by brand. Always taste your stew first before adding any extra salt at the end.
- Let It Rest: Give the stew about 10 minutes to rest off the heat before serving. This allows the liquid to settle and naturally thicken up a bit more.
- Reheating Tip: When microwaving leftovers, splash a tablespoon of extra water or beef broth over your bowl and cover it to keep those tender potatoes from drying out.
Nutrition Facts
Calories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 21gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 9gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 66mgSodium: 1852mgPotassium: 733mgFiber: 4gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 368IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 47mgIron: 3mg
