Texas Cowboy Stew is a hearty, flavor-packed meal that’s perfect for feeding a hungry crowd. Made with ground beef, kielbasa sausage, potatoes, beans, and vegetables, it’s a no-fuss, one-pot dish that’s both satisfying and delicious!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 2 packages kielbasa sausage, sliced into ½-inch pieces
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans peeled and diced tomatoes, drained
- 4 medium baking potatoes, peeled and diced
- 2 (15 oz) cans pinto beans, with liquid
- 1 (15.2 oz) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 2 (14.5 oz) cans diced tomatoes with green chilies, with liquid
- 1 (10 oz) package frozen mixed vegetables
- 4 cups water
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Sauté the Onion and Brown the Beef:
- In a large Dutch oven or soup pot over medium heat, sauté the chopped onion for about 3-4 minutes until softened.
- Add the ground beef and cook until no pink remains, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat.
- Add Kielbasa and Vegetables:
- Stir in the sliced kielbasa sausage and cook for 2-3 minutes to release flavor.
- Add the drained tomatoes, pinto beans (with liquid), corn, diced potatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies (with liquid), and frozen mixed vegetables. Mix until well combined.
- Season and Simmer:
- Stir in the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add the 4 cups of water and mix again.
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Serve:
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle the stew into bowls and serve hot with crusty bread or cornbread for a complete meal.
Notes
- Make Ahead Tip: This stew can be made a day ahead; the flavors deepen beautifully overnight.
- Storage: Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. To freeze, cool the stew completely, place it in freezer-safe containers, and freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave.
- Spice Level: Add an extra teaspoon of chili powder or a pinch of cayenne pepper for a spicy kick.
- Customizations: Feel free to add other veggies like bell peppers or zucchini, or swap pinto beans for kidney or black beans.
Nutrition (Per Serving):
- Calories: 676.7 kcal
- Carbohydrates: 52.2g
- Protein: 35.3g
- Fat: 37.1g
- Saturated Fat: 12.9g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
- Sodium: 1620.2mg
- Potassium: 1318.8mg
- Fiber: 8.9g
- Sugar: 7.4g
- Vitamin A: 2474.2IU
- Vitamin C: 30.8mg
- Calcium: 116.8mg
- Iron: 7mg
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