Hearty Kentucky Burgoo

Ingredients

• 1 lb (450g) beef stew meat, cubed 1 lb (450g) beef stew meat, cubed
• 1 lb (450g) pork shoulder, cubed 1 lb (450g) pork shoulder, cubed
• 1 lb (450g) chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cubed 1 lb (450g) chicken thighs, boneless and skinless, cubed
• 1 onion, diced 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves of garlic, minced 2 cloves of garlic, minced
• 2 carrots, diced 2 carrots, diced
• 2 celery stalks, diced 2 celery stalks, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 1 cup (240ml) corn kernels 1 cup (240ml) corn kernels
• 1 cup (240ml) lima beans 1 cup (240ml) lima beans
• 2 potatoes, peeled and diced 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
• 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes 1 can (400g) diced tomatoes
• 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth 4 cups (950ml) chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• Salt and pepper to taste Salt and pepper to taste

Nutrition

• Calories (kcal / KJ): 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat (total, saturated): 12g, 4g
• Carbohydrates (total, sugars): 25g, 6g
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 6g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat some oil over medium-high heat.
2. 2.
   Add the beef stew meat and brown it on all sides. Remove from the pot and set aside.
3. 3.
   In the same pot, add the pork shoulder and chicken thighs. Brown them slightly and remove from the pot.
4. 4.
   Add the diced onion, minced garlic, carrots, celery, and green bell pepper to the pot. Sauté until the vegetables are softened.
5. 5.
   Return the beef, pork, and chicken to the pot.
6. 6.
   Add the corn kernels, lima beans, diced potatoes, diced tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, smoked paprika, dried thyme, salt, and pepper.
7. 7.
   Stir well to combine all the ingredients.
8. 8.
   Bring the stew to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the meats are tender and the flavors have melded together.
9. 9.
   Adjust the seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.
10. 10.
    Serve the Hearty Kentucky Burgoo hot with cornbread or crusty bread.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Beef stew meat — For a more tender result, you can marinate the beef stew meat in a mixture of olive oil, vinegar, and your choice of herbs and spices for a few hours before cooking.
• Smoked paprika — If you prefer a smokier flavor, you can use smoked paprika instead of regular paprika.

Tips & Tricks

• To save time, you can use a slow cooker instead of a pot. Simply follow the same steps and cook on low heat for 6-8 hours.
• For a thicker stew, you can mash some of the cooked potatoes against the side of the pot to release their starch and thicken the broth.
• Feel free to customize the vegetables according to your preference. You can add okra, green beans, or peas for additional flavors and textures.
• Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for future enjoyment.
• The flavors of the stew develop even more the next day, so it can be even more delicious when reheated.

Serving advice

Serve the Hearty Kentucky Burgoo in bowls, garnished with fresh parsley or chopped green onions. Accompany it with warm cornbread or crusty bread to soak up the flavorful broth.

Presentation advice

For an appealing presentation, ladle the Burgoo into individual bowls and top each serving with a dollop of sour cream or a sprinkle of grated cheddar cheese. Serve with a side of cornbread or crusty bread.