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cowboy soup
Anderson Jorge

Cowboy Soup

Cowboy Soup
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Appetizer, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 280

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 2 –3 garlic cloves minced
  • 1 can 14.5 oz diced tomatoes
  • 1 can 15 oz corn, drained
  • 2 cans 15 oz each beans (pinto, black, or ranch style), drained
  • 2 large potatoes peeled and diced
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 –2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional: 2 cups mixed vegetables frozen or fresh

Method
 

  1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat and add the ground beef.
  2. Cook the beef, breaking it into small pieces, until it is browned.
  3. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until the onion becomes soft and fragrant.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes and their juices.
  5. Add the corn, drained beans, and diced potatoes.
  6. Pour in the broth so that it just covers the ingredients.
  7. Season with chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper.
  8. Stir everything together and bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  9. Reduce the heat and let the soup simmer until the potatoes are tender and the flavors meld, about 20–30 minutes.
  10. Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.
  11. Serve hot with your favorite toppings or sides.

Notes

  • Carbohydrates: ~30–40 g
  • Protein: ~18–25 g
  • Fat: ~10–15 g
  • Fiber: ~8–10 g