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Creamy Cowboy Soup
Sarah namedy

Creamy Cowboy Soup

A hearty and comforting soup loaded with ground beef, beans, corn, and potatoes simmered in a smoky, creamy broth — the perfect one-pot meal for chilly nights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 420
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or turkey or meat alternative
  • 1 large onion, yellow or white, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 4 cups beef broth or vegetable broth
  • 14.5 oz diced tomatoes with juice
  • 1 cup corn, canned or frozen
  • 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 2 medium potatoes, diced small (Yukon Gold or russet)
  • 1 tbsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp salt, adjust to taste
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper, adjust to taste
  • 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Equipment

  • Dutch oven
  • wooden spoon
  • knife and cutting board
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • ladle

Method
 

  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat and add the ground beef. Cook until fully browned, about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot, stirring for about 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  3. Stir in the broth, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, and potatoes, along with smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly.
  4. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Once the potatoes are tender, stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until the cheese melts and soup becomes creamy.
  6. Ladle the Creamy Cowboy Soup into bowls, garnishing with sliced green onions, extra cheese, or tortilla chips. Serve hot.

Notes

Swap ground beef for turkey or a plant-based option to make it lighter. Use coconut milk instead of heavy cream for a dairy-free twist. Garnish with tortilla chips, shredded cheese, or sliced green onions for extra flavor.