Gluten Free Cowboy Stew (With Beef And Bacon)
Scrumptious gluten free cowboy stew will knock your boots off.
Servings 6
Calories 442kcal
Ingredients
- 4 ounces bacon diced
- 12- ounce package hot dogs or sausage cut up
- 1 pound of beef cut into 1 inch cubes
- 1 onion sliced
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 green pepper sliced
- 1 red pepper sliced
- 2 tablespoons gluten free all purpose flour
- 1 teaspoon basil
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- 1/4 teaspoon pepper
- 1 cup gluten free beef broth
Instructions
- Heat a large Dutch oven, over a medium-high heat. Add bacon and brown. Remove the bacon with a slotted spoon leaving the fat in the pot.4 ounces bacon
- Add the beef and hot dogs (or sausage) in batches and brown on all sides. Cook your meat in batches. You don’t want to crowd the pan. As your meat cooks, it will start to give off moisture. If there's not enough room in the pan, it’ll steam instead of browning and getting a nice flavorful sear.Try not to cook the beef cubes all the way through. You only want a slight sear for added flavor. Transfer your meat to a bowl once it is seared.12- ounce package hot dogs or sausage, 1 pound of beef
- Add onions and garlic. Cook for 2 minutes more.1 onion, 2 cloves garlic
- Then add flour and stir until it begins to brown, about 1 minute.2 tablespoons gluten free all purpose flour
- Then add peppers, seasonings, and broth and return all the beef and bacon to the pot.1 green pepper, 1 red pepper, 1 teaspoon basil, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1 teaspoon paprika, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1 cup gluten free beef broth
- Bring to a boil, cover, and simmer until the meat is tender for 1 1/2 - 2 hours. Serve with gluten free baked beans.
Notes
- Can I use a different type of meat instead of beef? Certainly! For a unique twist on the traditional beef stew, experiment with pork or lamb.
- Can I add more vegetables to the stew? Absolutely! Feel free to customize the recipe by adding carrots, celery, peas, or other favorite veggies to suit your taste.
- How can I make the stew spicier? Add a pinch of red pepper flakes or a dash of hot sauce to infuse some heat into the stew. Adjust to your preferred spice level.
- Would you rather set your stew in your slow cooker for the day? Great idea! Once you brown your meat and vegetables in the bacon fat, you can add your ingredients to your slow cooker and finish off your stew in your slow cooker for 4 hours on high or 6-7 hours on low.
- Can I make this cowboy stew in advance? Absolutely! In fact, the flavors often deepen when the stew is made ahead and reheated. Simply, store it in the refrigerator and reheat on the stovetop.
- Is this recipe suitable for a large group? Yes, it's easy to scale up for a crowd. Simply click on the number of servings in the recipe card and use the slider to double or triple the ingredients to suit the number of servings needed.
- Is this beef stew suitable for camping trips? Absolutely! This old fashioned homemade stew is also known as campfire stew, and is an ideal choice for your next camping trip to enjoy while sitting around the campfire.
- Leftovers will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for 4-5 days. Or freeze up to three months. Then thaw and reheat when ready to enjoy.
Nutrition
Calories: 442kcal
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