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Cowboy Stew

  • Author: Lilly
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 60 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
  • Yield: Serves approximately 6
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Description

A comforting and flavorful dish packed with tender beef, hearty beans, and vibrant vegetables, perfect for cozy gatherings or warming up on chilly days.


Ingredients

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  • 2 lbs beef chuck roast
  • 1 can kidney beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
  • 1 can black beans (15 oz), drained and rinsed
  • 2 cups sweet corn (fresh or frozen)
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups water or broth

Instructions

  1. Cut the beef chuck roast into bite-sized cubes. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil. Brown the beef on all sides for added flavor.
  2. Remove the browned beef from the pot. In the same pot, sauté chopped onions and bell peppers until softened (about 5 minutes). Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
  3. Return the browned beef to the pot. Add kidney beans, black beans, sweet corn, diced tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, pepper, and enough water or broth to cover everything (about 4 cups).
  4. Bring to a boil over high heat. Reduce to low heat and let it simmer gently for at least one hour. Stir occasionally.
  5. After simmering for an hour, taste your stew and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Ladle generous portions into bowls and enjoy with crusty bread or cornbread if desired.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 serving
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 480mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 7g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg

Keywords: For added richness, consider using lean ground turkey instead of beef. Feel free to customize with seasonal vegetables or add jalapeños for some heat.