From fall to winter, this slow-cooker Kentucky burgoo will keep you warm.

No two recipes are alike, but one thing remains the sameit feeds a crowd.

Our slow-cooker Kentucky burgoo is no exception.

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In our version of burgoo, we stick to pork.

Both sausage links and pork shoulder bring incredible richness to thisstew.

Learn how to make slow-cooker Kentucky burgoo.

Southern Living Kentucky Burgoo ingredients

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This is one of those hearty soups that makes you feel warm and full during the winter.

If your family doesn’t finish this burgoo in one sitting, it makes for excellent leftovers.

What Does Burgoo Taste Like?

Southern Living Kentucky Burgoo in a bowl to serve with a glass of sparkling water

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Overall, burgoo is a comforting dish that ’s perfect for chilly days or gathering with friends.

Making burgoo in a slow cooker is an ideal way to enhance the flavors of this hearty stew.

The slow-cooker process perfectly tenderizes the meat, creating a melt-in-your-mouth, fall-apart texture.

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The long, slow cook time helps the ingredients and seasonings come together for a rich, comforting taste.

How To Store and Reheat Leftover Burgoo

The good news?

Burgoo only improves as the flavors marry, particularly when refrigerated overnight.

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Thaw overnight in the refrigerator if frozen, and reheat on the stovetop until heated through before serving.

For a classic, comforting meal, serve with warmcornbreadorbiscuitsto soak up the flavorful broth.

spicy pork sausage links, casings removed

1(2 1/2-lb.)

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Cook, stirring occasionally, until browned, about 6 minutes.

Transfer to an 8-quart slow cooker.

Cook pork:

Add pork to Dutch oven.

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Cook until very well browned, about 12 minutes, turning once.

Transfer to slow cooker.

Cook vegetables:

Add onion, carrot, bell pepper, and garlic to Dutch oven.

Southern Living Kentucky Burgoo adding the rest of the vegetables to the slow cooker

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Cook, stirring often, until tender, about 6 minutes.

Add stock:

Stir in stock.

Bring to a boil, scraping to loosen browned bits from bottom of pot.

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Add ingredients to slow cooker:

Transfer to slow cooker.

Add potatoes, cabbage, corn, beans, Worcestershire, salt, and pepper.

Transfer pork to a plate.

Southern Living Kentucky Burgoo pork shredded and returned to slow cooker

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Shred pork; return to slow cooker before serving.