Classic Brunswick Stew

Follow our step-by-step guide on how to make Classic Brunswick Stew.

1. Step 1

   To start your delicious stew, grab a large stockpot and warm up some olive oil over medium heat.

2. Step 2

   Once the oil is shimmering, toss in the chopped onions and celery.

3. Step 3

   Sauté them for about five minutes, or until they turn a lovely translucent color, filling your kitchen with a wonderful aroma.

4. Step 4

   Next, add in the ground pork and beef, breaking it up as it cooks.

5. Step 5

   Keep stirring until the meat is nicely browned and crumbly, which should take around ten minutes.

6. Step 6

   Don’t worry about draining the fat; it adds flavor to your stew! Now, it’s time to bring in the flavor party.

7. Step 7

   Stir in the shredded chicken, chopped tomatoes (with all their juicy goodness), ketchup, barbecue sauce, hot sauce, salt, and pepper.

8. Step 8

   For a fun twist, nestle a whole green bell pepper right into the mixture.

9. Step 9

   Lower the heat and let your stew simmer gently, stirring occasionally.

10. Step 10

    This is where the magic happens—let it bubble away for about two hours until it thickens up beautifully.

11. Step 11

    After that, stir in the cream-style corn and let it cook for another hour, or until it reaches the perfect consistency that you love.

12. Step 12

    When it’s ready, carefully remove the green bell pepper.

13. Step 13

    You can chop it up and mix it back into the stew for extra flavor, or simply discard it if you prefer.

14. Step 14

    Enjoy your hearty, flavorful stew that’s sure to warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds!.