Best 6 Sausage Ground Beef Zucchini Stew Recipes

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Are you looking for a delicious and hearty ground beef recipe spiced with aromatic herbs de Provence? Do you desire a one-pot ground beef dish that will fill your kitchen with mouthwatering flavors of slow-cooked beef and sausage? If so, look no further than a sausage and ground beef zucchini stew. This flavorful stew combines succulent beef and sausage pieces, tender zucchini, sweet carrots, vibrant onions, aromatic garlic, and a medley of herbs and spices to create a rich, fulfilling dish that is perfect for any occasion. Whether you're hosting a cozy family dinner or preparing a comforting meal for a weeknight feast, this sausage and ground beef stew is sure to satisfy your cravings.

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CHEESY SAUSAGE ZUCCHINI CASSEROLE



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My mom would make this recipe with the zucchini and tomatoes that would flourish in our garden. It's my favorite casserole.

Provided by Mandy Stevenson Hudson

Categories     Meat and Poultry Recipes     Pork     Sausage

Time 1h30m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

½ cup uncooked white rice
1 cup water
1 pound pork sausage
¼ cup chopped onion
1 cup diced fresh tomato
4 cups cubed zucchini squash
2 (4 ounce) cans sliced mushrooms, drained
1 (8 ounce) package processed cheese food, cubed
1 pinch dried oregano
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • Combine the rice and water in a small saucepan, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer for about 20 minutes, or until tender. Remove from heat, and set aside.
  • Preheat the oven to 325 degrees F (165 degrees C).
  • Cook sausage and onion in a large skillet over medium heat, stirring until evenly browned. Drain excess grease. Stir in zucchini and tomatoes, and cook until tender. Stir in rice, mushrooms, and cheese. Season with oregano, salt, and pepper. Spread into a 9x13 inch baking dish, or a 2 quart casserole dish.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 1 hour in the preheated oven, or until lightly browned and bubbly.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 305.4 calories, Carbohydrate 17.3 g, Cholesterol 54.9 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 1.9 g, Protein 15.3 g, SaturatedFat 8.5 g, Sodium 989.4 mg, Sugar 4.6 g

ZUCCHINI AND GROUND BEEF SKILLET



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This is my wife's favorite meal. A flavorful blend of ground beef, vegetables, and your favorite cheese. A true one-skillet meal that will satisfy your whole family!

Provided by rollman

Categories     Fruits and Vegetables     Vegetables     Squash

Time 50m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium sweet onion, finely diced
1 (8 ounce) package sliced white mushrooms
1 (6.5 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 (6 ounce) can sliced black olives
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 (14.5 ounce) can Italian-style stewed tomatoes
salt and ground white pepper to taste
4 medium zucchini
1 (8 ounce) package shredded sharp Cheddar cheese

Steps:

  • Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir ground beef and onion in the hot skillet until beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard grease.
  • Stir mushrooms, tomato sauce, olives, and garlic into the skillet. Crush stewed tomatoes into smaller pieces and add to the mixture. Season with salt and white pepper. Let simmer, uncovered, until liquid reduces, 20 to 30 minutes.
  • Slice zucchini lengthwise; cut into 1/2-inch slices and add to the skillet. Cook, covered, until firm yet tender to the bite, 5 to 7 minutes. Stir in Cheddar cheese and cook, covered, until melted, 3 to 4 minutes. Serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 588.5 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 133.1 mg, Fat 37.6 g, Fiber 6.1 g, Protein 41.8 g, SaturatedFat 18 g, Sodium 1308 mg, Sugar 13.4 g

FAVORITE ITALIAN SAUSAGE STEW



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Here's your answer to what's for dinner on those cold winter nights. Our Test Kitchen created this savory, chunky stew that will warm you head to toe!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 10

1/2 pound bulk Italian sausage
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) Italian diced tomatoes, undrained
4 small red potatoes, quartered
1/4 cup sliced fresh carrots
1 tablespoon minced fresh basil
1/2 cup sliced zucchini
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) reduced-sodium beef broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1/4 cup shredded Parmesan cheese, optional

Steps:

  • In a large saucepan, cook sausage over medium heat until no longer pink. Add garlic; cook 1 minute longer. Drain., Add tomatoes, potatoes, carrots and basil to sausage mixture. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; add zucchini. Cover and simmer 10 minutes., Combine broth and cornstarch until smooth; stir into stew. Simmer until vegetables are tender and stew is thickened, 5-10 minutes more. Sprinkle with cheese if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 187 calories, Fat 8g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 25mg cholesterol, Sodium 868mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 2g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE & QUINOA STEW



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I like how the sweetness of the orange and yellow peppers blends with the spiciness of the Italian sausage. If you have trouble finding quinoa, substitute rice or tiny pasta in this recipe. -Marietta Slater, Justin, Texas

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 5h20m

Yield 8 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 16

5 Italian sausage links (4 ounces each), casings removed
1/2 cup chopped onion
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 each medium green, sweet orange and sweet yellow peppers, cut into 3/4-inch pieces
1 cup quinoa, rinsed
1 medium zucchini, cut in half lengthwise and sliced into 1/4-inch slices
3 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
3/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 teaspoon pepper
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (14-1/2 ounces) can beef broth
Minced fresh cilantro

Steps:

  • In a large skillet, cook sausage and onion over medium heat 5-7 minutes or until sausage is no longer pink, breaking sausage into large crumbles; drain. , Transfer sausage and onion to a 4- or 5-qt. slow cooker. Stir in beans, corn, peppers, quinoa, zucchini, garlic, seasonings, tomatoes and broth. Cook, covered, on low until vegetables and quinoa are tender, 5-6 hours. Sprinkle with cilantro.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 363 calories, Fat 17g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 38mg cholesterol, Sodium 1188mg sodium, Carbohydrate 36g carbohydrate (9g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 17g protein.

ITALIAN SAUSAGE ZUCCHINI STEW



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A different way to try zucchini! Delicious served over pasta with grated Parmesan Cheese or cheese stuffed tortellni

Provided by Bev I Am

Categories     Stew

Time 1h5m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 lb Italian sausage, sliced thin (or ground beef)
2 cups celery, sliced
2 lbs zucchini, sliced
1 cup onion, diced
2 (28 ounce) cans tomatoes
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon basil
2 green peppers, diced
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon sugar
1 teaspoon italian seasoning
canned corn (or both, optional) (optional) or butter beans, drained (or both) (optional)

Steps:

  • Brown sausage, drain off fat.
  • Add celery and cook for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Add all remaining ingredients and cook covered for 10 minutes more.
  • Simmer for 30 minutes, or until zucchini is tender.
  • (If you use Italian sausage, the longer you cook it, the hotter it gets).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 359.7, Fat 21.6, SaturatedFat 7.4, Cholesterol 43.1, Sodium 1745.9, Carbohydrate 25.1, Fiber 6.6, Sugar 13.7, Protein 19.5

ITALIAN SAUSAGE AND BEEF STEW



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My mom clipped this recipe from a magazine back in the 70's, and it has become a favorite. Perfect comfort food for a cool autumn or winter night, and tastes even better the next day!

Provided by Robs415

Categories     Stew

Time 1h15m

Yield 6-8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 10

1 lb stewing beef
1 lb mild Italian sausage
2 onions, sliced
1 garlic clove, minced
1 green pepper, cut in strips
3 -4 potatoes, peeled and cut up
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained
salt and pepper
1 cup beef broth
basil

Steps:

  • Cut sausage into round slices, and stew beef into smaller, bite-size pieces.
  • Brown sausage, then meat, in garlic.
  • Saute onions in same pan.
  • Put meats, onions, potatoes, pepper and kidney beans into Dutch oven. Sprinkle with salt, pepper, and a generous amount of basil. Stir to mix ingredients, and pour broth (or bouillion dissolved in 1 cup water) over all.
  • Cook in a 350 degree oven for 1 hour.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 674.5, Fat 36.4, SaturatedFat 13.3, Cholesterol 93.9, Sodium 1492.9, Carbohydrate 47.9, Fiber 9.6, Sugar 6.2, Protein 38.9

Tips:

  • Choose high-quality ingredients: Use fresh, flavorful vegetables, high-quality ground beef and sausage, and a rich, flavorful broth. These ingredients will make a big difference in the overall taste of the stew.
  • Brown the meat and sausage well: This will help to develop flavor and color. Don't be afraid to let the meat and sausage brown slightly, as this will add depth to the stew.
  • Use a variety of vegetables: This will add flavor, texture, and color to the stew. Some good options include zucchini, carrots, celery, onion, and potatoes.
  • Season the stew well: Use a combination of herbs, spices, and salt and pepper to taste. Some good options include oregano, basil, thyme, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika.
  • Simmer the stew for at least 30 minutes: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop. The longer you simmer the stew, the more flavorful it will be.
  • Serve the stew hot with a side of crusty bread or rice: This will help to soak up the delicious broth.

Conclusion:

Sausage, ground beef, and zucchini stew is a hearty, flavorful, and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight meal. With a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a stew that the whole family will enjoy. So next time you're looking for a quick and easy meal, give this sausage, ground beef, and zucchini stew a try. You won't be disappointed!

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