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Ultimate Cowboy Stew

A warm and hearty stew featuring tender chunks of meat, beans, and veggies simmered in a flavorful broth, perfect for family gatherings or cozy winter evenings.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Western
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained Rinse thoroughly
  • 1 can black beans, drained Rinse thoroughly
  • 1 can corn, drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • to taste Salt and pepper

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Begin by gathering and prepping all your ingredients. Chop your onion and mince your garlic to make cooking smoother.
Cooking
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Break it apart with a spatula until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess fat for a cleaner stew.
  2. Stir in the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until the onion becomes translucent.
  3. Pour in the diced tomatoes, drained kidney beans, black beans, corn, and beef broth. Stir to combine all the flavors.
  4. Sprinkle in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper to taste. Give it another good stir to distribute the spices evenly throughout the stew.
  5. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Let it gently simmer uncovered for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Before serving, taste the stew and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  7. Ladle the Ultimate Cowboy Stew into bowls and add your favorite toppings. Enjoy with some crusty bread on the side for soaking up all that delicious broth!

Notes

Feel free to swap the ground beef for halal ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option. You can also add diced bell peppers or carrots for extra vegetables. This stew stores beautifully in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. It can be frozen for up to 3 months. Reheat by thawing overnight and warming on the stovetop or in the microwave.