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Creamy Cowboy Soup

A warm and hearty bowl of creamy cowboy soup filled with beef, zesty tomatoes, and delicious spices, perfect for cozy evenings with family and friends.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 500
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef Choose lean ground beef for less fat.
  • 1 small onion, diced A yellow or white onion works well.
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 4 cups beef broth Use low-sodium broth for better control of salt.
  • 1 can (14.5-ounce) diced tomatoes (with juice) Any brand will do.
  • 1 can (15-ounce) whole kernel corn, drained Canned or frozen corn can also be used.
  • 1 can (15-ounce) black beans, drained and rinsed High in protein and fiber.
  • 1 can (10-ounce) diced tomatoes with green chilies Adjust spice level to preference.
  • 1 cup diced potatoes Peeled or unpeeled.
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder Adjust for desired heat.
  • ½ teaspoon ground cumin
  • to taste Salt and black pepper Season to your preference.
  • 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half For a lighter version, use half-and-half.
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese Use sharp cheddar for more flavor.
  • to taste Sliced green onions For garnish.
  • to taste Extra shredded cheese For topping.
  • to taste Crushed tortilla chips For topping.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until it's no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the beef and cook until the onion is softened and translucent, about 3-4 minutes.
Cooking
  1. Pour in the beef broth, diced tomatoes with juice, corn, black beans, and diced potatoes. Stir in the spices – smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, plus a generous pinch of salt and pepper.
  2. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes.
  3. Stir in the heavy cream (or half-and-half) and shredded cheddar cheese until melted and incorporated.
Serving
  1. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with sliced green onions, extra cheese, and a sprinkle of crushed tortilla chips for texture.

Nutrition

Serving: 1gCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 25gSaturated Fat: 15gSodium: 800mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6g

Notes

Feel free to swap out items or make it vegetarian by omitting the beef and using vegetable broth instead. Store leftovers in airtight containers for 3-4 days in the refrigerator. Can also be frozen for longer storage.

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