Leftover Roast Make Cowboy Stew
Transform your leftovers into a hearty and satisfying "Leftover Roast Cowboy Stew," a one-pot wonder packed with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients. This recipe combines tender, shredded roast meat—be it beef, pork, or chicken—with vibrant vegetables, hearty beans, and warming spices like smoked paprika and cumin. Simmered in a rich tomato and broth base, this stew is the perfect way to repurpose last night’s dinner into a comforting, rustic meal that serves the whole family. Ready in just about an hour, it’s ideal for chilly evenings when you crave something warm and nourishing. Serve it with crusty bread or cornbread for dipping, and enjoy a cozy bowl of stew that’s as frugal as it is flavorful.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups (shredded or cubed) leftover roast (beef, pork, or chicken)
- 1 medium (diced) yellow onion
- 3 minced garlic cloves
- 2 medium (diced) potatoes
- 2 medium (sliced) carrots
- 1 14-ounce can canned diced tomatoes
- 1 15-ounce can canned kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 15-ounce can canned corn (drained)
- 4 cups beef or chicken broth
- 2 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
Instructions
Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add olive oil.
Add the diced onion and cook for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until softened.
Add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute until fragrant.
Stir in the diced potatoes and carrots. Cook for 5 minutes, stirring frequently.
Add the canned diced tomatoes, tomato paste, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Stir to incorporate the spices evenly.
Pour in the beef or chicken broth and bring the mixture to a boil.
Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let simmer for 20 minutes or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.
Stir in the canned kidney beans, drained corn, and the shredded (or cubed) leftover roast. Simmer uncovered for an additional 10-15 minutes to heat the meat and allow the flavors to meld.
Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
Serve hot with crusty bread or cornbread for dipping. Enjoy your comforting Cowboy Stew!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2596 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 117.4 g | 151% | |
| Saturated Fat | 32.5 g | 162% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 6.2 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 389 mg | 130% | |
| Sodium | 7413 mg | 322% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 210.4 g | 77% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 46.0 g | 164% | |
| Total Sugars | 34.3 g | ||
| Protein | 167.3 g | 335% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 531 mg | 41% | |
| Iron | 30.8 mg | 171% | |
| Potassium | 7078 mg | 151% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
