"Cowboy stew is a cornucopia of fabulous flavors from crisp bacon, browned ground beef, and Kielbasa smoked sausage all combined with hearty veggies and beans in a tomato-based broth seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and smoked paprika...."
INGREDIENTS
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6 slices bacon chopped
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1 lb ground beef
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1 lb package Kielbasa sausage sliced ( or any smoked sausage)
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1 medium yellow onion chopped
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2 large carrots peeled and chopped
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3 cloves garlic minced
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2 teaspoons Chili powder
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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2 (10 ounce) cans Rotel tomatoes
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2 (15-ounce) cans pinto beans drained and rinsed
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1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn drained
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2 cups low-sodium beef broth
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4 medium Yukon Gold potatoes peeled and diced (see notes)
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3/4 cup frozen peas
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Kosher salt and fresh ground black pepper to taste
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Chopped fresh parsley or cilantro (optional)