Cooking a delicious 10-gallon Brunswick stew can be a gratifying experience, perfect for large gatherings or special occasions. This classic Southern dish, with its rich and flavorful broth, tender meats, and an array of vegetables, is sure to satisfy any palate. Whether you prefer a traditional recipe or a more contemporary twist, this article will guide you through the process of preparing a mouthwatering 10-gallon Brunswick stew that will impress your guests and create lasting memories.
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BRUNSWICK STEW FOR A CROWD
This recipe was developed when we bought a 14-quart potjie (cast iron pot with legs) for outdoor cooking. If you don't have a local barbecue joint to buy the barbecue, you can cook a small pork loin or country style pork ribs in your crockpot with a little water, barbecue it in your oven, then shred to use for this recipe. However, we have found it is easier and quicker to just buy it. We use Carolina Treet barbecue sauce to give it some kick. Serve with cornbread or saltines.
Provided by Zewbiedoo
Categories Stew
Time 3h
Yield 12 quarts
Number Of Ingredients 19
Steps:
- Put a 14-quart cast iron pot on outdoor gas flame (be sure it is secure and won't tip over and that children are kept away).
- Put in about 1 gallon of water, whole chicken (discard giblets) and bay leaves and bring to a boil.
- Let boil 30 minutes or until the chicken is done.
- When the chicken is done, remove it from the pot, leaving the broth boiling, and set it aside to cool.
- Add all vegetables and barbecued pork to the chicken broth remaining in the pot.
- Debone and shred the chicken meat and add to the pot.
- Add enough V-8 juice to get the desired consistency.
- Add garlic and seasonings.
- Cook on high simmer/low boil for 1-2 hours, stirring occasionally to keep vegetables from settling to the bottom of the pot.
- Taste before serving and add additional seasoning if necessary.
BRUNSWICK STEW FROM CASWELL COUNTY, NC
Courtesy of the Bethel Church of Christ Several churches do an excellent job with brunswick stew. If you are a brunswick stew lover like I am, then you probably won't be disappointed with this church recipe. It has a very nice red color that comes from the tomato products. Bethel Church has used it every year for more than 25 years. A quart sells for about $4 in 1997 dollars. A quart is two adult servings. Bethel Church's brunswick stew is the best I've had, and I've tried a lot of them. It is very similar to the brunswick stew served at Bullock's Bar-B-Cue.
Provided by RainbowButterfly
Categories Stew
Time 2h
Yield 5 gallons
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Use tight-fitting cookware to hold in the flavor as the ingredients are boiled separately. Cook everything in separate pots and put them together at the end.
- Start out by slowly boiling the meats until they are tender. Remove the bones and skins from the chickens. Re-use the broths to boil potatoes and butter beans. Then cook the onions and corn in reserved broth. Do not add any of the tomato products during the initial cooking process.
- When all of the ingredients are cooked, add them together in one big pot. Add all of the remaining ingredients and mix them well. Bring the pot to a boil and continue stirring with a wooden spoon or a boat oar to keep it from sticking to the pot and burning.
- An appetizing presentation is made to the general public with someone stirring a large cauldron mounted to a tripod over an open fire. Stir the stew for approximately one hour over the fire as it continues to get thicker with the water boiling off of it. This step is very important, the stew must be boiled down until it is quite thick.
- Serve stew with a mayonnaise based slaw and saltine crackers. It is best during the colder months of the year. Brunswick stew freezes well.
- Enjoy!
MARY AND CHARLIE CHARLES' HOPKINS COUNTY STEW
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 4h
Yield 10 plus gallons
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Cook chicken until tender in a 10-gallon (or larger) cast iron pot outdoors, over a hardwood fire. Use just enough water to cover the chicken as it simmers. When chicken is tender, remove it from pot and reserve broth. There should be about 4 gallons left after chicken is finished cooking. Bone, skin and dice chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- Place diced chicken, cream-style corn, tomatoes, vegetable juice, tomato juice, potatoes, onions, chili powder, and seasoning salt into the pot of reserved broth and heat over open fire stirring frequently to prevent scorching until potatoes are tender. Add sugar, then season with salt and pepper, to taste. Continue to simmer stew over fire pit until serving time.
- Transfer to individual bowls and melt a small amount of butter into stew just before serving. Serve with crackers or cornbread, cheddar cheese and dill pickles.
SUNDAY BRUNSWICK STEW
This is a sweet and spicy stew that you start in the morning and let the slow cooker do the rest. It is a great way to bring in the fall season because it is packed full of vegetables, pork, and butternut squash. It is perfect paired with cornbread muffins and a great way to use leftover pork roast or pulled pork barbeque! White potatoes can be substituted for the butternut squash.
Provided by rrilcoe
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Stews Brunswick Stew Recipes
Time 4h25m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Cook and stir onion and celery in hot oil until onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir garlic into the mixture; cook and stir another 2 minutes. Transfer mixture to slow cooker.
- Stir butternut squash, pork, diced tomatoes, baked beans, chicken stock, corn, peas, cayenne pepper, cumin, paprika, salt, and barbeque sauce into the onion mixture in the slow cooker.
- Cover and cook on High for 4 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 291.6 calories, Carbohydrate 48.3 g, Cholesterol 34.9 mg, Fat 3.9 g, Fiber 6.3 g, Protein 18.4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, Sodium 1464.4 mg, Sugar 22.3 g
BRUNSWICK STEW
Brunswick stew dates back to the 1860s, when it was served as a complete meal. We now use it as an accompaniment to barbecues. It is delicious picnic fare when served with country ribs, coleslaw or potato salad. When I make this stew, I double the recipe and freeze small portions so we can enjoy it at several meals. -Alyce Ray, Forest Park, Georgia
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Dinner
Time 2h5m
Yield 6 quarts.
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Place the pork chops, chicken and round steak in a large Dutch oven; cover with water. Cover and cook for 1-1/2 hours or until meat is tender. , Strain stock into another large kettle; refrigerate overnight. Remove bones from meat; dice and place in a separate bowl. Cover and refrigerate overnight. , The next day, skim fat from stock. Add the tomatoes, onion, tomato sauce, vinegar, sugar, garlic and pepper sauce. Simmer, uncovered, for 45 minutes. , Add the kernel corn, cream-style corn and reserved meat; heat through. Stir in bread crumbs; season with salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 151 calories, Fat 3g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 28mg cholesterol, Sodium 348mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 13g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
AUNT JANIE'S BRUNSWICK STEW
Steps:
- Put beef, chicken, onions and butterbeans (if using fresh) into a huge stew pot. Cover and cook over medium-low to medium heat until meat is done (~1.5-2 hours; can cook meat one day in advance). Pull chicken and beef off the bone and shred or chop as desired. Discard skin and bones. Return meat to the pot. Add potatoes and butterbean (if using frozen) and cook until done. Add tomatoes and cook until the mixture is a stew-like consistency (DO NOT add tomatoes until potatoes and bean are tender). Add the corn and cook until tender. Add butterbeans (if using pre-cooked dried beans). Add enough ketchup to get a slightly sweet taste to the stew and add salt and pepper to taste. When properly seasoned, stir in a stick of butter.
Tips:
- Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh vegetables, tender cuts of meat, and flavorful spices to create a delicious stew.
- Brown the meat and vegetables before adding them to the stew: This step adds depth of flavor and helps to prevent the stew from becoming bland.
- Use a variety of vegetables: This will give your stew a more complex flavor and texture.
- Add some heat: If you like spicy food, add a few tablespoons of chili powder or diced jalapeños to the stew.
- Let the stew simmer for a long time: This will allow the flavors to develop and meld together.
- Serve the stew with your favorite sides: Cornbread, mashed potatoes, or rice are all great options.
Conclusion:
Brunswick stew is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold day. It is also a great way to use up leftover vegetables and meat. With a little planning and effort, you can easily make a delicious Brunswick stew at home.
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