Southwestern Stew Recipe

Name: Southwestern Stew
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb. lean pork; 1/2 lb. lite link sausage; 1 Tbsp. oil; 1 Tbsp. chili powder; 1/4 tsp. garlic powder; 1 (8 oz.) can tomato sauce; 1 (14 1/2 oz.) can Mexican style tomatoes; 1 (4 oz.) can diced green chilies; 1 can corn; 3/4 c. instant rice

Servings: persons

1
Cut pork and sausage into bite size pieces.
2
In large pot, brown pork in oil for 10 to 15 minutes; drain.
3
Salt and pepper to taste, if desired.
4
Put pork back into pot and add sausage.
5
Stir chili powder and garlic into tomato sauce.
6
Pour over pork and sausage.
7
Cover and simmer for 10 minutes.
8
Uncover and cook an additional 10 minutes or until pork is tender.
9
After pork is done, stir in rice.
10
Turn off fire and let sit for 5 minutes. Serve with garlic toast prepared in Dutch oven or cornbread. Serves 4.

565

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Carbs

Protein

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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. lean pork, 1/2 lb. lite link sausage, 1 Tbsp. oil, 1 Tbsp. chili powder, and more.

Yes, Southwestern 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.

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Southwestern Stew

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