Print

Hearty Cowboy Stew With Sausage & Corn

hearty cowboy stew with sausage and corn - featured image
Print Recipe

A robust and comforting one-pot meal featuring smoky sausage, sweet corn, and tender potatoes, perfect for cozy nights and easy to prepare.

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 pound smoked sausage (kielbasa or andouille), sliced into 1/4-inch rounds
  • 1 cup sweet corn kernels (fresh or frozen)
  • 2 medium russet potatoes (about 14 oz), peeled and diced into 1-inch cubes
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely chopped
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes with juices (fire-roasted optional)
  • 3 cups low sodium beef broth
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 medium bell pepper (red or green), chopped
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon chili powder
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • Small handful fresh parsley or cilantro, chopped for garnish

Instructions

  1. Dice the potatoes into 1-inch cubes, chop the onion and bell pepper finely, mince the garlic, and slice the sausage into 1/4-inch rounds. This should take about 10-15 minutes.
  2. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the sausage slices and cook for 5-7 minutes until browned on both sides. Remove the sausage and set aside.
  3. In the same pot, add the chopped onion and bell pepper. Cook for 4-5 minutes until softened and fragrant. Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Stir in smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well, then add the tomato paste. Cook for 2 minutes, stirring constantly to deepen the flavors.
  5. Pour in the beef broth and canned diced tomatoes with juices. Stir to combine, then add the diced potatoes. Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat.
  6. Reduce heat to low and cover. Let simmer gently for 20-25 minutes, or until potatoes are tender but not mushy. Stir occasionally to prevent sticking.
  7. Stir in the corn kernels and browned sausage. Simmer uncovered for another 5-7 minutes to meld flavors and thicken the stew slightly.
  8. Taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Remove from heat and sprinkle chopped fresh parsley or cilantro on top before serving.

Notes

If stew is too thick near the end, add a splash of water or broth to loosen it. If too thin, simmer uncovered a few minutes longer. Browning the sausage adds depth of flavor. Use fresh or frozen corn. For vegetarian version, swap sausage with smoked tempeh or plant-based sausage and use vegetable broth.

Nutrition

Keywords: cowboy stew, sausage stew, corn stew, hearty stew, comfort food, one-pot meal, easy stew recipe, smoky sausage, fall dinner

Find it online: https://cooltastes.com/hearty-cowboy-stew-with-sausage-and-corn-easy-recipe-for-perfect-comfort-meal/