Description

Discover the Cowboy Stew Recipe, a hearty one‑pot masterpiece packed with ground beef, smoked beef pepperoni, kidney beans, black beans, diced tomatoes, corn, and aromatic spices. This easy, family‑friendly stew delivers bold Southwest flavor, perfect for chilly evenings. With simple steps and pantry staples, you’ll have a comforting, protein‑rich dinner ready in under an hour, ideal for meal‑prep or a satisfying weeknight feast. Pair it with cornbread or a crisp salad for texture and flavor!!!!

Ingredients

Scale

1 lb ground beef
1 lb beef pepperoni, sliced
1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 can diced tomatoes, with juice
1 onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups beef broth
2 cups corn, frozen or canned
1 tsp chili powder
1 tsp cumin
Salt and pepper to taste
2 tbsp vegetable oil

Instructions

Heat oil, sauté onion and garlic until softened.
Add ground beef and beef pepperoni, cook until browned.
Stir in beans, tomatoes, corn, broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a boil, then simmer 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Adjust seasoning and serve hot.

Notes

For extra heat
add jalapeño or cayenne. Leftovers taste even better the next day.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Category: Beef
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 6 servings
Calories: 450
Sugar: 5g
Sodium: 800mg
Fat: 20g
Saturated Fat: 6g
Unsaturated Fat: 10g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 35g
Fiber: 8g
Protein: 30g
Cholesterol: 80mg

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