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Burgoo
Burgoo is traditional to Western Kentucky and has endless variation. While true tradition burgoo is made from game meats or mutton, modern variation are made from BBQ pork and/or chicken. Recipes range in size from enough to feed a family to a entire community. While cooked meats are used, BBQ meats are preferred for a more authentic taste.
Ingredients
- mixed cooked meats (beef, lamb, pork, chicken, game, etc.), (450 g), beef, lamb, pork, chicken, game, etc.1 pound
- chicken stock, (2 liters)1/2 gallon
- beef stock, (2 liters)1/2 gallon
- Worcestershire sauce, (30 ml)1 ounce
- tomatoes, diced1 cup
- large onion, large, diced1
- celery, diced1 stalk
- small green bell pepper, small, diced1
- large potato, large, diced1
- large carrots, large, diced2
- peas1/4 cup
- okra1/2 cup
- lima beans1/4 cup
- yellow corn1/2 cup
- garlic, minced2 tsp
- salt, to taste
- pepper, to taste
Quantities are auto-calculated from the original recipe as a guide. Items without numbers (e.g. “to taste”) are not changed.
Method 2 steps
Combine all ingredients in a pot, and bring to a boil.
Reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours, skimming the top as needed.

