Aunt Dot's Brunswick Stew Recipe

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Aunt Dot's Brunswick Stew Recipe
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
120 mins
Total Time:
140mins
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Recipe by Administrator
Published on July 03, 2024

Aunt Dot's Brunswick Stew is a classic Southern dish that is perfect for family gatherings or cozy nights at home. This hearty stew is filled with a medley of vegetables, tender meat, and savory flavors that will warm your soul.

Ingredients

  • 1 whole chicken, cut into pieces
  • 1 pound pork shoulder, cubed
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) creamed corn
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) lima beans, drained
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) peas, drained
  • 1 cup ketchup
  • 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Directions

  1. In a large Dutch oven, brown the chicken and pork over medium heat until golden brown.
  2. Add the onion and garlic, and cook until softened.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, creamed corn, lima beans, and peas.
  4. Add ketchup, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, salt, and pepper.
  5. Bring the stew to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cover.
  6. Let the stew cook for 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
  7. Using two forks, shred the chicken and pork into bite-sized pieces.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  9. Serve hot with cornbread or crackers.

Interesting Facts

  • Brunswick stew is believed to have originated in Brunswick County, Virginia.
  • Aunt Dot's Brunswick Stew is a family recipe that has been passed down for generations.
  • This stew is traditionally cooked in a large cast-iron pot over an open fire.