Description
Texas Cowboy Stew is a hearty one-pot meal that brings the flavors of the Lone Star State to your table. It features ground beef, kielbasa, and a vibrant mix of vegetables, creating a rich and savory comfort food perfect for chilly evenings. This easy-to-make stew offers a satisfying taste with minimal cleanup, making it ideal for family dinners or gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb Lean Ground Beef or ground turkey/chicken for a leaner option
- 12 oz Kielbasa or any smoked sausage
- 1 medium Onion yellow, white, or red
- 3 cloves Garlic fresh garlic recommended
- 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes canned or fresh
- 15 oz Pinto Beans canned, undrained
- 1 cup Whole Kernel Corn or frozen corn
- 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles or plain diced tomatoes
- 2 medium Potatoes or diced sweet potatoes
- 16 oz Frozen Mixed Veggies any blend
- 4 cups Water adjust for thickness
- 1 tbsp Spices (cumin, oregano, paprika, chili powder, red chili flakes) adjust to taste
- to taste Salt
- to taste Pepper
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the lean ground beef along with the chopped onion and minced garlic until the meat is fully cooked and the onion is translucent, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in the sliced kielbasa and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until it’s warmed through and fragrant.
- Pour in water and diced tomatoes, then add the pinto beans, potatoes, corn, mixed vegetables, and diced tomatoes with green chiles (keep all undrained). Stir to combine well.
- Mix in spices, bringing the stew to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for one hour, allowing the flavors to meld beautifully.
- Taste the stew and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper before serving.
Notes
- Serve with crusty bread for dipping or a sprinkle of fresh herbs for added freshness.
- Thicken the stew by adding a tablespoon of tomato paste towards the end of cooking.
- For a milder stew, omit chili flakes and green chiles.
- Use frozen mixed veggies to save prep time.
- Ensure ground beef is broken down thoroughly for even cooking.
- Pay attention to the salt content in canned ingredients.
- Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Freeze Texas Cowboy Stew in freezer-safe containers for up to 3 months.
- Reheat on the stove over medium heat until warmed through.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 4 g
- Trans Fat: N/A
- Carbohydrates: 40 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 80 mg