How to Make Aunt Dot's Brunswick Stew - A Step-by-Step Guide

Aunt Dot's Brunswick Stew is a cherished family recipe that has been passed down for generations. This classic Southern dish is a comforting stew made with a combination of meats, vegetables, and a delicious tomato-based broth. It is a hearty and satisfying meal that is perfect for a cozy night in or a gathering with family and friends.

Originating in Brunswick County, Virginia, Brunswick Stew has been a staple in Southern cuisine for over a century. The recipe has evolved over time, ...

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 potatoes, diced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can peas, drained
  • 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, with liquid
  • 2 (14.5 ounce) cans peeled and diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 pound ground turkey
  • 4 slices bacon, diced
  • 3 teaspoons salt, or to taste
  • 3 teaspoons ground black pepper, or to taste
  • 3 teaspoons garlic salt, or to taste
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 tablespoon all-purpose flour (Optional)

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 3 hrs
  • Total Time: 3 hrs 30 mins
  • Servings: 6
  • Yield: 6 servings

  • Bring water to boil in a saucepan; add potatoes, and boil until tender ( about 15 minutes).
  • Pour the potatoes and the water used to boil them into a large pot. Stir in onion, peas, corn, tomatoes, ground turkey, and bacon. Bring to a boil. Cover, reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer for 2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Stir in the salt, pepper, garlic salt, and sugar. If stew appears too watery, stir together flour and some of the stew liquid in a small cup, and then stir mixture into the stew. Continue cooking for 1 hour.
  • Nutrition

    399 cal.

    • Total Fat: 16g
    • Saturated Fat: 5g
    • Cholesterol: 72mg
    • Sodium: 2859mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 43g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 23g
    • Vitamin C: 31mg
    • Calcium: 92mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 915mg