Hodge Podge Stew Recipe 🥘
Description: As I remember, this was an “open a bunch of cans, heat, and serve” recipe and it sort of grew. This incarnation is pretty d—ed good. Try it with Corn Sticks and a Garden Salad.
Total Time: 8 hours 30 minutes
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 8 hours
Servings: 10
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | Roma tomatoes |
| 2 | Chili powder |
| 2 | Cumin |
| 2 | Crushed red pepper flakes |
| 1 | Onion |
| 1/2 | Celery |
| 3 | Elbow macaroni |
| 3 | Carrots |
| 3 | Jalapenos |
| 2 | Beef |
| 3 | Stock |
| 1/3 | Oil |
| 6 | Beans |
Nutrition Facts (per serving):
- Calories: 636
- Fat Content: 33.7g
- Saturated Fat Content: 10.8g
- Cholesterol Content: 95.3mg
- Sodium Content: 810.2mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 47.6g
- Fiber Content: 7.1g
- Sugar Content: 10.6g
- Protein Content: 34.6g
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Start by gathering all the ingredients required for this delightful Hodge Podge Stew.
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Set Up Crock Pot: Place the beans, tomatoes, stock, chili powder, cumin, and crushed red pepper flakes in a crock pot set on high heat.
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Brown the Meat: Heat oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the beef and brown it, then drain it on a paper towel. Discard any excess drippings.
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Saute Vegetables: Wipe the pan clean and heat oil again. Saute the onions, jalapenos, carrots, and celery until they are tender and fragrant.
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Combine Ingredients: Once the meat and vegetables are cooked, transfer them to the crock pot with the other ingredients.
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Slow Cook: Reduce the heat to low and let the stew simmer for at least 5 hours. For optimal flavor, consider cooking it overnight.
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Add Pasta: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in the elbow macaroni. Allow it to heat through and absorb the flavors of the stew.
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Serve: Once the pasta is cooked to perfection, your Hodge Podge Stew is ready to be served hot and enjoyed by all!
This hearty stew is perfect for cozy weeknight dinners or chilly weekends. Serve it with some crusty bread or corn sticks and a crisp garden salad for a complete and satisfying meal experience. Enjoy the warm, comforting flavors of this d—ed good Hodge Podge Stew! 🍲🥗
