Best 5 Southwestern Smoked Sausage Stew Recipes
Tantalize your taste buds with a culinary journey to the vibrant Southwest with our featured dish: a hearty and flavorful Smoked Sausage Stew. This tantalizing stew is a symphony of bold flavors, with smoky sausage, tender vegetables, and a rich, aromatic broth. Prepared in a single pot for easy cleanup, this stew is a perfect weeknight meal or a comforting dish for a cozy gathering.
Our recipe collection offers two delectable variations to satisfy every palate. The Classic Southwestern Smoked Sausage Stew embodies the traditional flavors of the region, while the Spicy Southwestern Smoked Sausage Stew adds an extra kick of heat for those who crave a more intense culinary experience. Both stews are versatile and easily customizable, allowing you to tailor the ingredients to your liking.
The Classic Southwestern Smoked Sausage Stew features a harmonious blend of smoky sausage, bell peppers, onions, corn, black beans, and fire-roasted tomatoes. Simmered in a rich broth infused with spices like chili powder, cumin, and paprika, this stew delivers a smoky, savory, and slightly sweet flavor profile.
For those who love their food with a fiery kick, the Spicy Southwestern Smoked Sausage Stew is sure to impress. This variation cranks up the heat with the addition of diced jalapeños, cayenne pepper, and a touch of chipotle powder. The result is a stew that packs a punch without overpowering the other ingredients.
Both stews are incredibly versatile and can be tailored to your preferences. Swap out the black beans for pinto beans or kidney beans, add chopped zucchini or sweet potatoes for extra vegetables, or adjust the amount of spices to suit your taste. Serve the stew with warm tortillas, crusty bread, or a dollop of sour cream for a complete and satisfying meal.
Whether you prefer the classic flavors of the Southwest or crave a spicy adventure, our Southwestern Smoked Sausage Stew recipes are sure to become a favorite in your kitchen. So gather your ingredients, fire up the stove, and let the tantalizing aromas of this delicious stew fill your home.
TEXAS COWBOY STEW
Hearty, filling and man-pleasing describes this stew. Link sausage, cumin, chilies, and chili powder is what gives this soup its Southwest flavor. This dish is quick, easy, and tastes best when it simmers in a slow cooker or even on the stove all day. Bake some Mexican cornbread, toss a simple green salad, and you have a great meal.
Provided by Glenda Beall
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Beef
Time 1h30m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Crumble the ground beef into a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the sausage, garlic and onion; cook and stir until the meat is no longer pink. Drain off grease, and transfer the contents of the skillet to a large pot.
- Pour the tomatoes into the pot with the meat, and stir in the potatoes, pinto beans, corn, diced tomatoes with chilies, mixed vegetables and water. Season with cumin, chili powder, salt and pepper. Cover, and simmer over medium-low heat for at least 1 hour. Stir occasionally. The longer this stew cooks, the better it gets.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 676.7 calories, Carbohydrate 52.2 g, Cholesterol 115 mg, Fat 37.1 g, Fiber 8.9 g, Protein 35.3 g, SaturatedFat 12.9 g, Sodium 1620.2 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
SOUTHWESTERN SMOKED SAUSAGE STEW
This is a very good stew that cooks all day in your crock pot. You can eat it as soon as it is hot if you don't have a crockpot, but it's better that way. You just dump all the ingredients and go to work, come home and eat.
Provided by moallen31
Categories Stew
Time 6h10m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Combine everything in a crock pot.
- Heat on low for 6-8 hours.
- Enjoy!
- If you like it as a soup instead, just don't drain the vegetables.
BLACK-EYED PEA SAUSAGE STEW
I always wanted to try black-eyed peas. I happened to have smoked sausage on hand one night, so I invented this full-flavored stew. It's the perfect way to heat up a cold night without spending a lot of time in the kitchen. I usually double the seasonings because we like our food spicier. -Laura Wimbrow, Bridgeville, Delaware
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 45m
Yield 6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven or soup kettle, cook sausage and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the peas, tomatoes, tomato sauce, broth, seasonings and hot pepper sauce. , Cook and stir for 10-12 minutes or until hot and bubbly. Stir in corn; cook 5 minutes longer or until heated through., Freeze option: Freeze cooled stew in freezer containers. To use, partially thaw in refrigerator overnight. Heat through in a saucepan, stirring occasionally; add water if necessary.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 346 calories, Fat 21g fat (7g saturated fat), Cholesterol 48mg cholesterol, Sodium 1378mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 16g protein.
SMOKED SAUSAGE STEW
Not all stews need to be time-consuming to prepare. A nontraditional stew with chunks of smoked sausage, both cooks and develops its flavor quickly. This is also the kind of recipe that can be prepared without bringing a load of groceries home. Most of the ingredients are pantry shelf staples and everyday vegetables.
Provided by Molly53
Categories Stew
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Place vegetables in a saucepan with consomme or broth, water, bay leaf and pepper.
- Heat to boil; reduce heat, cover and simmer for ten minutes.
- Add potatoes; cook ten minutes longer or until vegetables are tender.
- Remove bay leaf.
- Mix small amount of liquid with flour to make a paste; stir into vegetables.
- Add sausage.
- Cook, stirring occasionally until sausage is hot and liquid is thickened.
- Add salt to taste.
- Top each serving with Parmesan cheese.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 509.4, Fat 32.7, SaturatedFat 10.8, Cholesterol 69.4, Sodium 1321.5, Carbohydrate 35.4, Fiber 6.5, Sugar 9.3, Protein 18.6
BEER AND SMOKED SAUSAGE STEW
Cold weather means it's time for hearty, comforting meals. This slow-cooker stew is perfect for keeping warm on even the coldest nights, and the meal is ready when you are. Feel free to add corn, peas, green beans or other veggies -Jesi Allen, Gastonia, North Carolina
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 8h10m
Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- In a 6-qt. slow cooker, combine the first 10 ingredients. Dot with butter. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables are tender, 8-10 hours. Discard bay leaves before serving.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 357 calories, Fat 22g fat (10g saturated fat), Cholesterol 56mg cholesterol, Sodium 979mg sodium, Carbohydrate 25g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 14g protein.
Tips:
- Sautéing Vegetables: Sautéing the onions, peppers, and garlic in olive oil before adding them to the stew pot enhances their flavor and adds depth to the stew.
- Searing Smoked Sausage: Searing the smoked sausage in a skillet over medium-high heat before adding it to the stew pot creates a caramelized crust that adds flavor and color.
- Choice of Smoked Sausage: Feel free to experiment with different types of smoked sausage, such as spicy andouille, mild kielbasa, or flavorful chorizo, to create variations in the stew's flavor profile.
- Adjusting Spice Level: If you prefer a spicier stew, add an extra pinch of cayenne pepper or a chopped jalapeño pepper. Conversely, if you prefer a milder stew, omit the cayenne pepper or reduce the amount of chili powder.
- Garnish and Serve: Before serving, garnish the stew with fresh cilantro, sour cream, and shredded cheese for an extra layer of flavor and visual appeal.
Conclusion:
The Southwestern Smoked Sausage Stew is a hearty and flavorful one-pot meal that embodies the bold and spicy flavors of the Southwest. By following these tips, you can create a delicious and satisfying stew that's perfect for a chilly evening. Experiment with different types of smoked sausage and adjust the spice level to your preference. Serve it with your favorite sides, such as cornbread, mashed potatoes, or rice, and enjoy a comforting and satisfying meal that's sure to become a family favorite.
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