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Texas Cowboy Stew Recipe

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Texas Cowboy Stew is a hearty, flavorful dish combining ground beef, smoky kielbasa, fresh vegetables, and a blend of spices in a rich tomato base. Perfect for a filling meal, this stew offers a satisfying balance of protein, fiber-rich beans, and potatoes, making it a classic comfort food inspired by Texas-style flavors.

Ingredients

Meat and Sausage

  • 2 lb lean ground beef
  • 2 packages kielbasa sausage, sliced

Vegetables

  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 4 medium baking potatoes, peeled and diced
  • 1 can whole kernel corn, drained (or 1 cup frozen corn)
  • 1 package frozen mixed vegetables

Canned Ingredients

  • 2 cans peeled and diced tomatoes, drained (14.5 oz each)
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes with green chile pepper, with liquid (14.5 oz each)
  • 2 cans pinto beans, with liquid (15 oz each)

Spices and Seasonings

  • 2 tsp ground cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper, to taste
  • Optional: additional seasonings to taste

Liquids

  • 4 cups water (adjust based on desired consistency)

Instructions

  1. Brown the Meat and Sausage: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the lean ground beef until fully browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Add the sliced kielbasa sausage pieces and cook until they begin to brown and release their smoky flavor.
  2. Sauté Aromatics: Add the minced garlic and chopped onion to the pot with the meat. Sauté until the onions become translucent and softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  3. Add Vegetables: Stir in the peeled and diced baking potatoes, whole kernel corn, and frozen mixed vegetables to the pot, mixing everything thoroughly.
  4. Add Tomatoes and Beans: Pour in the drained diced tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chile peppers (including liquid), and pinto beans with their liquid. Stir to combine evenly.
  5. Season the Stew: Sprinkle in the ground cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Add any additional seasonings you prefer to customize the flavor to your liking.
  6. Add Water and Simmer: Pour in 4 cups of water and stir well. Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for about 45 minutes to an hour, or until potatoes are tender and the flavors have melded. Stir occasionally, and add more water if you want a thinner consistency.
  7. Final Taste and Serve: Taste the stew and adjust seasoning with extra salt, pepper, or chili powder as desired. Serve hot as a hearty and comforting main dish.

Notes

  • Use lean ground beef to reduce fat content but maintain flavor.
  • Any smoked sausage can substitute kielbasa for variety.
  • Frozen mixed vegetables can be any variety you like, such as peas, carrots, beans.
  • Adjust water quantity to achieve your preferred stew thickness.
  • For extra heat, add chopped jalapeños or cayenne pepper.
  • Leftovers store well and flavors deepen after a day.

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