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Cowboy Soup Recipe

Comforting Cowboy Soup Recipe: A Tex-Mex Delight in One Pot

Enjoy a hearty Cowboy Soup Recipe, a comforting Tex-Mex delight packed with ground beef, beans, and corn for cozy dinners.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 380

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound Ground Beef or ground turkey/chicken for lighter option
  • 1 medium Onion diced
  • 3 cloves Garlic minced
  • 4 cups Beef Broth or vegetable broth for vegetarian option
  • 14.5 ounces Diced Tomatoes canned or freshly chopped
For Added Texture
  • 1 cup Corn fresh or frozen
  • 1 can Black Beans rinsed and drained
  • 2 medium Potatoes diced
For Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Chili Powder
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Black Pepper
For Creaminess
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream or coconut milk for dairy-free
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese or vegan cheese

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef, cook for about 5-7 minutes until browned.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onions are translucent.
  3. Stir in the beef broth, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, and diced potatoes. Add the smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and cover. Simmer for 20-25 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  5. Stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook for another 5 minutes until cheese is melted.
  6. Ladle into bowls and garnish with optional toppings.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 380kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 25gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 900mgPotassium: 750mgFiber: 8gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Customize the soup with your preferred ingredients and spices. Perfect for meal prep or freezing in portions.

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