Traditional Brunswick Stew (8 servings)

Ingredients and Weight:

• 3 pounds pork shoulder, cubed
• 2 pounds chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
• 1 pound smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 pound frozen corn
• 1 pound lima beans, frozen or canned
• 1 pound okra, fresh or frozen, sliced
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 2 ribs celery, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 cup chicken broth
• 1/2 cup tomato paste
• 1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
• 1 teaspoon dried thyme
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• Salt and black pepper to taste

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

3 hours

Difficulty Level:

2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the pork shoulder and chicken thighs over medium heat. Remove from the pot and set aside.
2. Add the smoked sausage, onion, celery, and green bell pepper to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in the frozen corn, lima beans, okra, tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato paste, Worcestershire sauce, brown sugar, Dijon mustard, thyme, and oregano. Season with salt and black pepper to taste.
4. Return the pork shoulder and chicken thighs to the pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until the meat is tender and the stew has thickened.
5. Serve the stew hot with crusty bread or cornbread.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 450 per serving
• Protein: 35 grams
• Carbohydrates: 50 grams
• Fat: 20 grams

Dish Characteristics:

• Rich and savory
• Comforting and hearty
• Can be customized to personal taste

User Comments:

• "This stew is amazing! It's so full of flavor and the meat is fall-off-the-bone tender."
• "I love the combination of sweet and savory flavors. This is a dish that I'll definitely make again and again."
• "The perfect dish for a cold winter night. It's so warm and satisfying."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful not to overcook the stew, as the meat can become tough.
• If using fresh okra, be sure to wash and dry it thoroughly before slicing.
• The stew can be made ahead of time and reheated before serving.