Cowboy Stew: A Hearty Western Delight
Cowboy Stew is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines ground meat, beans, and vegetables in a savory broth. It's perfect for a filling meal on a chilly day.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 each bell pepper diced
- 1 can 15 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can 15 oz sweet corn, drained
- 1 can 28 oz diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 2 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- to taste salt and freshly ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- to taste fresh cilantro or parsley chopped, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat and brown the ground meat for 5-7 minutes.
- Add diced onion, minced garlic, and bell pepper; sauté for 5 minutes until tender.
- Sprinkle in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper; cook for 1-2 minutes.
- Pour in kidney beans, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and broth; stir well.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low and cover; simmer for 30-40 minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
- Serve hot, garnished with chopped cilantro or parsley if desired.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or cornbread for a complete meal.