Brunswick Stew

Here is my take on a tradition southern stew flavored with a home made barbque sauce that’s sweet, smoky, & just plain good! The stews origin’s are not completely sure but defiantly has a southern flare to it. Start with the homemade sauce; add spices, other sauces, vegetables and apple wood smoked chicken & pork. Simmer till flavors are blended and ingredients are tender. Although the meat does not have to be smoked it adds a wonderful smoky goodness to the stew. This barbque flavored stew is sure to be a hit with your family & friends at your next party!

First the sauce:
In a large pot over low heat melt ¼ cup of butter then add,
1¾ cups Ketchup
¼ cup Yellow Mustard
¼ cup white vinegar


Stir until smooth then add,

½ tablespoon minced garlic w/red peppers
1 teaspoon coarse ground black pepper
½ teaspoon crushed red pepper
½ oz. Liquid Smoke
1 oz. Worcestershire Sauce
1 teaspoon Tabasco Sauce
½ tablespoon fresh lemon juice


Stir until smooth then add,

¼ cup dark brown sugar
Stirring constantly, increase heat to simmer (don’t boil it) for approx. 10 -15 minutes to blend the spices. Makes approx. 3½ cups of sauce. Set aside to be added later.



Now The Stew:
In a large pot over low heat, melt ¼ lb of butter then add,
4 cups diced potatoes
1 1/2 cups diced onion
2 14½ oz. cans of chicken broth
1/2 Chicken apple wood smoked
1 ½ lbs pulled pork (Boston butt) apple wood smoked



Bring to a rolling boil, stirring until potatoes are near done then add,

1 8½ oz. can early peas
2 14½ oz cans of stewed Tomatoes (leave tomatoes whole)
The Sauce (set a side)
1 16 oz. can of lima beans
1 cup chopped Okra
¼ cup Liquid Smoke
1-14½ oz. can creamed corn





Slow simmer for 2 hours...



Yields 1 gallon of the best tasting stew ya ever had! A southern favorite that's sure to be one of your best stew`s! I want to wish all my blogger friends a happy holiday season and thank you for checking out my latest & probably my last "Barbque Adventure" till next year.
Till we meet again... remember to add the love to your next cooking adventure!