Best 5 Hearty Hunters Stew Recipes

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Hunters stew is a hearty, flavorful dish that can warm you up on a cold winter day. It's traditionally made with venison, but you can also use beef or lamb. The stew is typically cooked in a Dutch oven or slow cooker, and it's often served with mashed potatoes, rice, or bread. Hunters stew is a great way to use up leftover meat, and it's also a relatively inexpensive meal to make. If you're looking for a delicious and hearty meal that's easy to make, hunters stew is a great option.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

BIGOS (HUNTER'S STEW)



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A traditional Polish stew using pork, kielbasa, and sauerkraut. Great for a cold winters day. Well worth the time it takes to make it!

Provided by MJ46NY

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Pork

Time 3h45m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 25

2 thick slices hickory-smoked bacon
1 pound kielbasa sausage, sliced into 1/2 inch pieces
1 pound cubed pork stew meat
¼ cup all-purpose flour
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 onion, diced
2 carrots, diced
1 ½ cups sliced fresh mushrooms
4 cups shredded green cabbage
1 (16 ounce) jar sauerkraut, rinsed and well drained
¼ cup dry red wine
1 bay leaf
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried marjoram
1 tablespoon sweet paprika
¼ teaspoon salt
⅛ teaspoon ground black pepper
⅛ teaspoon caraway seed, crushed
1 pinch cayenne pepper
½ ounce dried mushrooms
1 dash bottled hot pepper sauce
1 dash Worcestershire sauce
5 cups beef stock
2 tablespoons canned tomato paste
1 cup canned diced tomatoes

Steps:

  • Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F (175 degrees C).
  • Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the bacon and kielbasa; cook and stir until the bacon has rendered its fat and sausage is lightly browned. Use a slotted spoon to remove the meat and transfer to a large casserole or Dutch oven.
  • Coat the cubes of pork lightly with flour and fry them in the bacon drippings over medium-high heat until golden brown. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the pork to the casserole. Add the garlic, onion, carrots, fresh mushrooms, cabbage and sauerkraut. Reduce heat to medium; cook and stir until the carrots are soft, about 10 minutes. Do not let the vegetables brown.
  • Deglaze the pan by pouring in the red wine and stirring to loosen all of the bits of food and flour that are stuck to the bottom. Season with the bay leaf, basil, marjoram, paprika, salt, pepper, caraway seeds and cayenne pepper; cook for 1 minute.
  • Mix in the dried mushrooms, hot pepper sauce, Worcestershire sauce, beef stock, tomato paste and tomatoes. Heat through just until boiling. Pour the vegetables and all of the liquid into the casserole dish with the meat. Cover with a lid.
  • Bake in the preheated oven for 2 1/2 to 3 hours, until meat is very tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 356.3 calories, Carbohydrate 15.2 g, Cholesterol 62.3 mg, Fat 23.5 g, Fiber 3.9 g, Protein 19.8 g, SaturatedFat 7.9 g, Sodium 977.8 mg, Sugar 6.5 g

HEARTY HUNTER'S STEW



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Moist, tender meat and thick, rich gravy are the hallmarks of my classic recipe simmered in a cast-iron pot. -Joyce Worsech, Catawba, Wisconsin

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 pounds boneless venison or beef chuck roast, cut in 1-inch cubes
2 tablespoons canola oil
4-1/4 cups water, divided
1/2 cup tomato juice
2 medium onions, cut in wedges
2 celery ribs, sliced
1 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
2 bay leaves
2 to 3 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
6 medium carrots, quartered
1 large rutabaga, peeled and cubed
6 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
1 cup frozen peas
1 tablespoon cornstarch

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, brown meat in oil over medium heat. Add 4 cups water and scrape to loosen any browned drippings from pan. Add the tomato juice, onions, celery, Worcestershire sauce, bay leaves, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and cook for 2 hours, stirring occasionally. , Discard bay leaves; add the carrots, rutabaga and potatoes. Cover and cook for 40-60 minutes. , Stir in the peas; cook for 10 minutes. Combine cornstarch and remaining water until smooth; stir into stew. Bring to a boil. Cook and stir for 2 minutes or until thickened.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 351 calories, Fat 7g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 96mg cholesterol, Sodium 778mg sodium, Carbohydrate 42g carbohydrate (14g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 31g protein.

HUNTER'S STEW



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I'm not really sure why this is called Hunter's stew -- there isn't any wild game in it. It is super easy to throw together & is a wonderful meal on a chilly night!! It is a thick stew I serve in bowls but could actually be served over biscuts.

Provided by irayd8u

Categories     < 4 Hours

Time 2h20m

Yield 6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1/2 cup celery, chopped
5 potatoes, sliced
1 (10 ounce) can cream of mushroom soup
1 onion, chopped
1 cup carrot, sliced
1 (10 ounce) can tomato soup
1 (10 ounce) can water
1 -2 teaspoon italian seasoning
salt & pepper

Steps:

  • Brown ground beef (season as you like); put in dish & add onion.
  • Layer the celery, carrots, and potatoes.
  • Blend the italian seasoning, salt & pepper, soups & water. Pour over mixture & blend slightly.
  • Bake at 350 degrees for 2 hours or until done.
  • *I usually add a 1/2 tsp of minced garlic as well. You can increase the water to 1 & 1/2 cans if it is too thick for your preferences.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 465.4, Fat 20.3, SaturatedFat 7.5, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 671.9, Carbohydrate 44.4, Fiber 5.4, Sugar 7.7, Protein 26.6

HUNTER'S STEW



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Since receiving this recipe from a friend years ago I have appreciated its meal-in-one convenience. While it bakes, I can concentrate on other things I enjoy doing. - Anne Reynolds, Sprakers, New York

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 2h20m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 medium onion, chopped
3 medium carrots, sliced
3 large potatoes, peeled and sliced
1 package (9 ounces) frozen cut green beans, thawed
1 can (10-3/4 ounces) condensed tomato soup, undiluted
1-1/3 cups water

Steps:

  • Crumble beef into a greased 13-in. x 9-in. baking dish. Layer with the onion, carrots, potatoes and beans. Combine soup and water; pour over beans. , Cover and bake at 375° for 2 hours or until the meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 496 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 69mg cholesterol, Sodium 613mg sodium, Carbohydrate 73g carbohydrate (17g sugars, Fiber 9g fiber), Protein 30g protein.

HEARTY BEEF STEW



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I DISCOVERED this recipe several years ago when we belonged to a newcomers group. It's a real lifesaver when you have company...and when you live in Florida, you have company often! Put it in the oven, forget it and be gone for the day with your guests. When you return home, fix a salad, warm some bread and dinner will be ready. The men especially love it! -Virginia Brown, Hudson, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 3h15m

Yield 6-8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 pounds beef stew meat
6 to 7 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into 1-1/2-inch pieces
2 medium onions, cut into wedges
8 medium carrots, cut into 1-inch pieces
4 to 5 celery ribs, cut into 1-inch pieces
1 can (4 ounces) sliced mushrooms, drained
1/3 cup quick-cooking tapioca
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1 beef bouillon cube
1 teaspoon sugar
2 bay leaves
1-1/2 teaspoons dried thyme
3 cups tomato juice

Steps:

  • In a 4-qt. Dutch oven or baking dish, layer the first 12 ingredients; pour tomato juice over all. Cover and bake at 325° for 3 hours, stirring occasionally, or until the meat and vegetables are tender. Remove bay leaves before serving.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 349 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 965mg sodium, Carbohydrate 44g carbohydrate (11g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 26g protein.

Tips:

  • Choose the right cut of meat. Stew meat is typically a less tender cut of meat, such as chuck roast or bottom round. However, these cuts become fall-apart tender when cooked slowly in a stew.
  • Brown the meat before stewing. Browning the meat adds flavor and helps to develop a rich, dark color in the stew.
  • Use a variety of vegetables. Stews are a great way to use up leftover vegetables. Some good choices include carrots, potatoes, celery, onions, and parsnips.
  • Add some herbs and spices. Herbs and spices add flavor and depth to the stew. Some good choices include thyme, rosemary, garlic, paprika, and bay leaves.
  • Cook the stew slowly. Stews should be cooked slowly over low heat. This allows the flavors to meld and the meat to become tender.
  • Serve the stew with a side of bread or rice. Stews are typically served with a side of bread or rice to soak up the delicious sauce.

Conclusion:

Hearty hunters' stew is a classic comfort food that is perfect for a cold winter day. It is a simple dish to make, and it is a great way to use up leftover meat and vegetables. With a few simple tips, you can make a delicious stew that your family and friends will love.

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