Its hearty, smoky, and packed with flavor.

This stew is definitely a more is more affair.

Add the sausage and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown on both sides, about 5 minutes.

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Transfer with a slotted spoon to a medium heatproof bowl and set aside.

Cook over medium heat, stirring often, until starting to soften, about 4 minutes.

Cook, undisturbed, for 3 minutes.

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Add the diced tomatoes, beef broth, and beans and bring to a boil over high heat.

Once boiling, add the potatoes and the reserved sausage.

Remove the stew from the heat and stir in the corn.

Overhead view of a bowl of cowboy stew with a spoon next to a bowl of shredded cheddar, scallions, and a cloth napkin all on a marble countertop

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Serve, topping with the cheddar and/or scallions, if using.

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