Hearty Beef and Turkey Cowboy Stew
This robust and comforting one-pot stew combines savory beef, smoky turkey sausage, and tender potatoes in a rich, seasoned tomato broth. Inspired by traditional ranch-style cooking, this dish is perfect for chilly nights, offering deep, complex flavors that only improve as the stew rests. Simple to prepare yet satisfying enough to feed a crowd, it is a foolproof classic for any home cook.
Ingredients
- 6 slices beef bacon, chopped
- 14 oz turkey kielbasa, sliced
- 1 lb ground beef (80/20)
- 1 yellow onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 Tbsp all-purpose flour
- 1 Tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp ground cumin
- Kosher salt and black pepper to taste
- 2 cups low-sodium chicken broth
- 30 oz ranch-style beans, undrained
- 15 oz sweet corn, drained
- 14 oz diced tomatoes with green chilis
- 2 large Russet potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-inch cubes
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- In a large Dutch oven, cook the chopped beef bacon over medium heat until golden and crisp, then remove with a slotted spoon.
- Add the turkey kielbasa to the same pot and brown for 3-4 minutes, then remove and set aside.
- Add the ground beef to the pot and cook until browned, draining excess fat if necessary.
- Stir in the diced onion and garlic, cooking until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Sprinkle the flour over the meat mixture and stir for 1 minute to coat.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper, stirring constantly for 30 seconds to toast the spices.
- Gradually pour in the chicken broth, scraping the bottom of the pot to release any flavorful browned bits.
- Stir in the beans, corn, tomatoes, potatoes, and the previously cooked bacon and sausage.
- Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 40-50 minutes, or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Remove from heat, garnish with fresh parsley, and serve warm.
Notes
Leftovers taste even better the next day as the potatoes absorb the flavorful broth. Keep refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 4 days. If the stew becomes too thick upon reheating, stir in a splash of chicken broth.
Nutrition
Serving: 1.5gCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 42gProtein: 26gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 85mgSodium: 950mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6g
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