Description
Cowboy Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish packed with ground beef, potatoes, vegetables, and a savory broth seasoned with Italian herbs, smoked paprika, and chili powder. This comforting soup cooks in 30 minutes, making it a perfect meal for busy weeknights.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion (diced)
- 3 stalks celery (diced)
- 4 cloves garlic (minced)
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 lb Yukon gold potatoes (cut into 1-inch pieces, about 4 medium potatoes)
- 4 carrots (peeled and sliced into rounds)
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can green beans (drained)
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (with juices)
- 1 (15-ounce) can black eyed peas (drained and rinsed)
- 1 (15-ounce) can corn (drained)
- 4-6 cups beef broth (use 6 cups for desired consistency)
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- Salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
- Heat oil and sauté aromatics: Heat the olive oil in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the diced onion and celery, cooking for 2-3 minutes until soft and translucent. Then add the minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
- Brown the ground beef: Add the ground beef to the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until browned and no pink remains.
- Add vegetables and seasonings: Stir in the potatoes, carrots, green beans, tomato paste, diced tomatoes with juices, black eyed peas, corn, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Pour in 4 cups of beef broth and stir to combine.
- Adjust broth and bring to boil: Add up to 2 more cups of beef broth to reach your desired soup consistency. Turn the heat to high and bring the soup to a boil.
- Simmer until tender: Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let it simmer for 16 minutes or until the potatoes are fork-tender.
- Season and serve: Taste the soup and adjust seasoning using more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if needed. Serve hot with your choice of toppings.
Notes
- This cowboy soup is a quick and easy meal that comes together in 30 minutes or less.
- Feel free to customize toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, or fresh herbs to enhance flavor.
- Leftovers store well in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days and can be reheated on the stovetop or microwave.
- You can substitute ground beef with ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Adjust chili powder and red pepper flakes to control the spice level according to your preference.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (560g)
- Calories: 449 kcal
- Sugar: 10 g
- Sodium: 437 mg
- Fat: 17 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 10 g
- Protein: 39 g
- Cholesterol: 98 mg
