Description
Cowboy Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish made with ground beef, beans, corn, and spices, perfect for a comforting meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained
- 1 can (14.5 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
- Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until the onion is translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
- Stir in the black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beef broth.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir well to combine.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let it simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped cilantro if desired.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce.
- Substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option, or use a plant-based meat alternative for a vegetarian version.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 70mg