Brunswick stew

American  

noun

1. (especially in Virginia, Maryland, etc.) a stew of rabbit or squirrel meat cooked with onions and other vegetables.

2. a similar dish made with chicken.

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Etymology

Origin of Brunswick stew

First recorded in 1855–60; after Brunswick Co., Virginia, where it originated

Example Sentences

Few American dishes are more comforting than Brunswick stew, a motley mix of tomatoes, corn, beans and shredded meat.

From Seattle Times • Oct. 30, 2022

Brunswick stew, a hearty fall dish from the South, combines tomatoes, corn, beans and shredded chicken.

From New York Times • Oct. 24, 2022

Dishes include Brunswick stew, shrimp and grits, an oyster pan roast, and rainbow trout stuffed with mustard greens.

From Washington Times • Sep. 21, 2016

Of course, you’ll find Hoppin’ John and Brunswick stew and buttermilk fried chicken and barbecue on the menu at the National Museum of African American History and Culture’s Sweet Home Cafe.

From Washington Post • Sep. 12, 2016

The boys and I went out squirrel hunting yesterday, and Pussy promised me Brunswick stew for dinner.

From Life and Gabriella The Story of a Woman's Courage by Glasgow, Ellen Anderson Gholson