Cowboy Beans
Cowboy Beans is a hearty and flavorful dish that combines various beans, meat, and spices, creating a perfect meal or side dish for gatherings. This dish is often enjoyed in the American Southwest and is great for a barbecue or a cozy meal.
Equipment
- 1 Large pot or Dutch oven
- 1 Wooden spoon
- 1 Cutting board
- 1 Knife
- 1 set Measuring cups and spoons
- 1 Serving spoon
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 lb Italian sausage
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with juice
- 1 medium onion chopped
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- ¼ cup barbecue sauce
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon black pepper
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
- Add chopped onion and sauté for 3-4 minutes until soft.
- Add minced garlic and stir for another minute until fragrant.
- Incorporate the ground beef and Italian sausage, cooking until browned (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Lower the heat and add the diced tomatoes (with juice), kidney beans, pinto beans, black beans, barbecue sauce, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, then cover and reduce the heat to low. Cook for about 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
- Once the beans are heated through and flavors have melded, taste and adjust seasoning if necessary.
- Serve hot with a serving spoon.
Notes
Feel free to add jalapeños for an extra kick if you like spicy food.
This dish pairs well with cornbread, rice, or tortilla chips.
Cowboy Beans can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or frozen for later use. Reheat thoroughly before serving.