Southern-style Brunswick Stew

local_grocery_store Ingredients

• 1 lb beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 lb pork shoulder, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 lb chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 can lima beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can corn, drained
• 1 cup okra, sliced
• 1 onion, diced
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 cans diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can tomato sauce
• 4 cups chicken broth, low-sodium
• 1 tbsp hot sauce

restaurant_menu Method

1. 1.In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium-high heat. Add the beef, pork, and chicken and cook until browned on all sides, about 5 minutes.
2. 2.Add the onion and garlic and cook until softened, about 3 minutes.
3. 3.Add the tomatoes (with their juice), tomato sauce, chicken broth, lima beans, corn, okra, and hot sauce. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
4. 4.Serve hot with crusty bread and butter.

lightbulb_outline Tips

• chevron_rightMake sure to cut the meat into bite-sized pieces so it cooks evenly.
• chevron_rightIf you don't like lima beans, you can substitute them with another type of bean.
• chevron_rightThis stew can be made ahead of time and reheated for an easy weeknight meal.