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Creamy Cowboy Soup

A hearty and comforting soup with ground beef, potatoes, corn, and beans, perfect for cozy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Soup
Cuisine American
Servings 6 servings
Calories 500 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1 lb Ground Beef (or turkey or meat alternative)
  • 1 large Onion (yellow or white for best flavor)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 4 cups Beef Broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
  • 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes (canned with juice)
  • 1 cup Corn (canned or frozen)
  • 15 oz Black Beans (drained and rinsed if canned)
  • 2 medium Potatoes (Yukon Gold or russet, diced small)
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder (adjust for heat preference)
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Salt (adjust to taste)
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (fresh cheese preferred)

Instructions
 

Preparation

  • Heat a large pot over medium-high heat and add a splash of oil.
  • Brown the ground beef until it has nice color and a few golden edges. Stir and break it into small pieces as it cooks.
  • Add the onion and cook until soft and translucent, about 4 to 5 minutes.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds, until fragrant.
  • Add smoked paprika, chili powder, and cumin. Toast the spices for 30 seconds.

Cooking

  • Pour in the diced tomatoes with their juice and the beef broth. Scrape the bottom of the pan to lift any browned bits.
  • Add the diced potatoes and bring the pot to a gentle simmer. Cover and cook for 12 to 15 minutes, until fork tender.
  • Stir in the corn and black beans, then simmer for 5 minutes to heat through.
  • Lower the heat and stir in the heavy cream slowly. Heat until the soup is warm but do not boil.
  • Remove from heat and stir in half the shredded cheddar, letting it melt into little ribbons.

Serving

  • Serve hot with your favorite toppings like extra cheddar, chopped green onions, or pickled jalapenos.

Notes

This soup keeps and gets even better overnight. Store in airtight containers in the fridge for up to four days. If frozen, leave out the cream and cheese, and add them after thawing.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 45gProtein: 25gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5g
Keyword Comfort Food, cozy meal, Creamy Cowboy Soup, hearty soup, Quick Dinner
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