Creamy Cowboy Mixed Up Stew

Rustic and hearty, Creamy Cowboy Mixed Up Stew is the ultimate comfort food that blends rich, savory flavors with a creamy twist. This one-pot wonder features tender chunks of beef stew meat seared to perfection, paired with hearty red potatoes, sweet corn, and beans for a satisfying medley of textures. Infused with smoky paprika, warming cumin, and fragrant thyme, the broth simmers to a velvety finish, thanks to a touch of heavy cream. With just a few pantry staples and simple steps, this creamy stew is perfect for busy weeknights or cozy family dinners. Serve it hot, garnished with fresh parsley, and savor a dish that's as hearty as it is comforting.

Nutriscore Rating: 68/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:90 mins

Total Time:110 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1.5 pounds beef stew meat, cubed
• 1 medium yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 3 medium red potatoes, cubed
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 1 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 15-ounce can canned corn, drained
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 3 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 0.5 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour (optional for thickening)
• 2 tablespoons fresh parsley, chopped (garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.

Step 2

Season the beef stew meat with a pinch of salt and pepper, then sear in the hot oil until browned on all sides. Remove the meat and set it aside.

Step 3

Lower the heat to medium and add the diced onion. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until softened, then add the minced garlic and cook for another 1 minute.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, smoked paprika, ground cumin, dried thyme, salt, and black pepper, cooking for 1-2 minutes to develop the flavors.

Step 5

Add the cubed potatoes, sliced carrots, kidney beans, and corn to the pot. Return the seared beef to the pot as well.

Step 6

Pour in the beef broth, stirring to combine. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer, uncovered, for about 60 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 7

Check the tenderness of the beef and vegetables. If the stew is too thin, whisk the optional flour into 1/4 cup of cold water to create a slurry, then stir it into the pot. Cook for another 10 minutes to thicken.

Step 8

Stir in the heavy cream and let it heat through for 3-5 minutes. Taste and adjust seasoning with more salt and pepper if needed.

Step 9

Ladle the stew into bowls, garnish with chopped fresh parsley, and serve hot.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3530.0g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4077.5

Total Fat 253.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 108.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 784.3mg	0%
Sodium 8060.4mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 274.5g	0%
Dietary Fiber 45.3g	0%
Total Sugars 40.6g
Protein 197.5g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 432.9mg	0%
Iron 35.6mg	0%
Potassium 7619.5mg	0%

*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.

Source of Calories

Fat: 54.8%

Protein: 18.9%

Carbs: 26.3%