Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 2 to 3 hours
Total Time: About 3 hours 15 minutes
Yield: 4-6 servings
Category: Main Course
Method: Slow Cooking
Cuisine: American
Diet: Gluten-Free (optional, if using gluten-free ingredients)
Ingredients:
- 1 can stewed tomatoes
- 1 can beans (any variety)
- 2 cans potatoes, drained
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 can green beans, drained
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon sugar
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 1 to 1½ pounds ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- Optional: Chopped cabbage
Directions:
- In a skillet, brown the ground beef and onion over medium heat. Once fully cooked, drain any excess grease.
- In a crockpot or Dutch oven, combine the drained beans, potatoes, corn, and green beans, along with the undrained stewed tomatoes.
- Stir in the chili powder, sugar, and a pinch of salt and pepper. Add about 3 cups of water to the mixture.
- Cover and simmer the stew on low heat for 2 to 3 hours, allowing the flavors to meld together and the stew to thicken slightly.
- If desired, add chopped cabbage during the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if necessary before serving.
Optional Serving Suggestion: Serve hot with a side of cornbread, especially if requested!
Notes:
- This stew is a perfect recipe for busy days; just prepare the ingredients, let it cook, and enjoy a hearty meal.
- Feel free to substitute the canned ingredients with fresh equivalents if available.
- For a gluten-free option, ensure all canned goods and cornbread are labeled gluten-free.
Enjoy this simple, hearty Canned Cowboy Stew, a perfect dish to warm you up on chilly evenings.
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