Description
Cowboy Stew is the ultimate comfort food, perfect for chilly evenings and family gatherings. This hearty one-pot dish features tender ground beef simmered with vibrant vegetables in a rich broth, creating an irresistible aroma that fills your home. With robust flavors and simple preparation, Cowboy Stew is sure to become a beloved staple in your kitchen.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced
- 2 large carrots, sliced
- 1 cup bell peppers, chopped (any color)
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp dried thyme
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, add a splash of oil and sauté the chopped onion until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional minute.
- Add the ground beef to the pot, breaking it apart as it cooks until evenly browned (about 5 minutes).
- Stir in the diced potatoes, carrots, bell peppers, canned tomatoes (with juice), and seasonings. Mix well.
- Pour in enough beef broth to cover the ingredients by about an inch and bring to a gentle boil.
- Reduce heat to low and let simmer uncovered for 30-40 minutes until thickened.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if necessary before serving hot.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 40 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl (approx. 350g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 5g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg