American stew recipes

Posse Stew

When I was a teenager, my step-father made a dish he called Posse Stew. Basically it consisted of browned ground beef and several cans of vegetables…

Fast Vegan Chili

Super fast meal for everyone to enjoy. The veggie meat has 0 fats and is very healthy.

Navajo Lamb Stew

I had this visiting a friend a few years ago who lives down in Arizona. I wanted a bit more salt and flavor so added rosemary, thyme and bullion.

Beef Pepper and Mushroom Barley

It seems some people are turned off by barley because they think it's only good in soup, but that is not the only way to prepare it (in fact I have…

Sausage and Chicken Gumbo - Northern Style

What do you know about Gumbo? Was the answer/question I received from a delivery guy, in response to what I…

Chili Colorado

“Oh Mom, that looks so good!” Yeah, I did it again! Another soup Max will eat! He loves Lima beans, he loves chili, and he loves carrots and red…

Gumbo

This is my “Polish” variation on Gumbo.

Hearty Beef Stew with Mushrooms, Carrots and Potatoes

Mushroom Chili

An earthy, spicy meatless stew. A stew so hot we call it chili!

Lentil soup

Rustic bean soup flavored with bacon. If your family don't like beans, they will love it !

Chipotle Turkey Chili

This is from Rachel Ray's 30-minute meals from the Food Network page. I have taken the liberty to change a few things to my taste so this is not…

Ojo de Cabra Estofado (Eye of the Goat Bean Stew)

Here's my take on a traditional Mexican stew, using Ojo de Capra (Eye of the Goat) heirloom beans. This is…

New England Clam Chowder

Easy, creamy traditional clam chowder without hassle.

Chicken and Andouille Smoked Sausage Gumbo

We make this every Christmas Eve - everyone in the family helps and it turns into a party in the kitchen.

Chinese Pepper Steak

A long time favorite of our family.