Cowboy Stew with Potatoes and Meatloaf
Ingredients
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork sausage
1 onion, chopped
4-5 medium potatoes, diced
1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained
1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
4 cups beef broth (adjust for desired consistency)
1 packet taco seasoning
Salt and pepper to taste
Optional: shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or chopped cilantro for garnish
Instructions
1. Cook the Meat: In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef and sausage over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add Onion: Add the chopped onion to the meat mixture and cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
3. Add Potatoes: Stir in the diced potatoes and cook for another 5-7 minutes, allowing them to soften slightly.
4. Add Remaining Ingredients: Add pinto beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomatoes with green chilies, corn, beef broth, and taco seasoning. Stir well to combine.
5. Simmer: Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 30-40 minutes or until the potatoes are tender. Stir occasionally and add more beef broth if needed for your desired consistency.
6. Season: Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
7. Serve: Ladle into bowls and garnish with shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or cilantro, if desired.
Enjoy your hearty Cowboy Stew! This recipe can also be customized with other veggies or beans, depending on what you have on hand.
