Chuckwagon Stew Recipe

Name: Chuckwagon Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb stew meat; 1 onion, chopped; 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1/2 teaspoon salt, please adjust to your taste; 1 1/2 teaspoons pepper; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 cups tomatoes, chopped; 14 1/2 1 beef bouillon cubes or 2 cups beef broth, see note in directions regarding water to add; 4 potatoes, peeled and cubed; 1 carrot, peeled and sliced

Servings: persons

1 lb stew meat
1 onion, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon salt, please adjust to your taste
1 1/2 teaspoons pepper
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 cups tomatoes, chopped
14 1/2 1 beef bouillon cubes or 2 cups beef broth, see note in directions regarding water to add
4 potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 carrot, peeled and sliced

1
Heat a little oil in a large pot or dutch oven. Just enough oil to keep food from sticking.
2
Add meat, onion, potatoes, carrots, cumin, salt, pepper, and chili powder to hot oil. Saute until the onions turn clear and the meat has browned on all sides. This will infuse the seasonings deeply into the meat and vegetables.
3
*WATER note: Whichever broth method you are using ADD WATER to equal a total of ONE QUART liquid. ( This means 1 bouillion cube with 1 quart water, OR 1 can broth with 17.5 oz water (about 2 1/4 cups) OR 2 cups broth and 2 cups water.).
4
Add that liquid to the pan along with the tomatoes AND THEIR LIQUID and stir/scrape well to get any browned bits off the bottom.
5
Bring to a rolling boil.
6
Cover and and reduce to simmer, stirring once or twice. Cook at least one hour and taste. Adjust seasoning if needed adding more chili powder if you want it spicier.
7
Uncover and continue to simmer until meat and veggies are tender and done to your liking.
8
Taste and adjust seasoning if desired.
9
Great with some warm crusty bread.

148

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb stew meat, 1 onion, chopped, 1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin, 1/2 teaspoon salt, please adjust to your taste, and more.

Yes, Chuckwagon Stew falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chuckwagon Stew

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