Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
4 clove

garlic

crushed

1 cup

bourbon

2 tbsp

olive oil

2 lb

beef shank

boneless

2 lb

pork steaks

boneless

1 tsp

salt

kosher

1 tsp

black pepper

fresh ground

2 unit

onions

quartered

4 clove

garlic

peeled

1 unit

chili pepper

quartered

8 cup

water

1 unit

chicken

cut into 8 pieces

2 cup

onions

chopped

2 cup

carrots

diced

0.5 lb

parsnip

diced

0.5 lb

turnip

diced

1 lb

baking potato

peeled, diced

2 cup

tomatoes

peeled, chopped

3 stalk

celery

chopped

0.5 lb

green beans

cut into 2 inch pieces

2 tbsp

brown sugar

light

1 tbsp

parsley

finely chopped

Step 1
~15 min

Marinate the beef and pork overnight in bourbon and crushed garlic, turning occasionally.

Step 2
~15 min

Reserve the marinade liquid.

Step 3
~15 min

In a heavy stockpot, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.

Step 4
~15 min

Sear the beef and pork in batches until browned on all sides.

Step 5
~15 min

Add quartered onions, peeled garlic, and chili pepper to the pot.

Step 6
~15 min

Pour in the reserved marinade and cover with water.

Step 7
~15 min

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer covered for 3 hours.

Step 8
~15 min

Season the chicken with salt and pepper and add it to the pot during the last 90 minutes of cooking.

Step 9
~15 min

After 3 hours, remove the meat and quartered vegetables from the pot.

Step 10
~15 min

Let the meat cool and discard the quartered vegetables.

Step 11
~15 min

Add chopped onions, diced carrots, diced parsnip, diced turnip, diced potato, chopped tomatoes, chopped celery, green beans, and brown sugar to the pot of hot liquid.

Step 12
~15 min

Cook for an additional hour until the vegetables are tender.

Step 13
~15 min

Cube the cooled meat, removing chicken skin and bones.

Step 14
~15 min

Return the cubed meat to the pot and cook for 30 minutes more.

Step 15
~15 min

Adjust seasoning as needed.

Step 16
~15 min

Serve hot with homemade rolls or French bread.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For a richer flavor, use beef broth instead of water.

Add a splash of Worcestershire sauce for extra umami.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance; flavors meld well.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve hot with crusty bread.

Accompany with a side salad.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Kentucky, USA

Cultural Significance

Reflects Southern culinary traditions with the use of bourbon and hearty ingredients.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Holiday gatherings
Cold weather meals

Occasion Tags

Family Dinner
Holiday
Winter

Popularity Score

70/100

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