Creamy Cowboy Soup
Creamy Cowboy Soup is a hearty dish that combines ground beef, beans, and corn in a rich, creamy base, perfect for cold days or a satisfying meal.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Can substitute with ground turkey or chicken.
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 15-ounce can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 15-ounce can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup diced potatoes Peeled or unpeeled.
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- to taste Salt and black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Plus extra for topping.
- as needed Sliced green onions For garnish.
- as needed Crushed tortilla chips For crunch.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if needed.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion becomes soft.
Cooking
- Add the beef broth, diced tomatoes (with juice), corn, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and diced potatoes. Mix well.
- Bring the soup to a boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Stir in the smoked paprika, chili powder, ground cumin, salt, black pepper, and heavy cream or half-and-half. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until heated through.
Serving
- Serve the soup hot, topping it with cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, and crushed tortilla chips for added crunch.
Notes
For added flavor, consider using fresh herbs like cilantro or parsley. Adjust the spices to your taste! If you like it spicy, add more chili powder or some hot sauce. To make it a bit healthier, substitute ground turkey or chicken for the beef. Serve with warm bread or crackers on the side.