Description
Indulge in the creamy comfort of this Creamy Cowboy Soup Recipe, a delightful Tex-Mex dish that warms the soul and pleases the palate. This hearty soup features tender ground beef, nutritious black beans, sweet corn, and vibrant tomatoes all simmered together in a rich, creamy broth. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner or batch cooking for meal prep, this one-pot wonder is both satisfying and packed with flavor. With its smoky spices and creamy texture, it’s no wonder this soup is a family favorite. Serve it topped with crunchy tortilla chips and fresh green onions for an extra layer of deliciousness.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 14.5-ounce can diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 15-ounce can whole kernel corn (drained)
- 15-ounce can black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 10-ounce can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup diced potatoes
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Sliced green onions
- Crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic; sauté until the onion becomes translucent.
- Pour in beef broth along with diced tomatoes (juice included), corn, black beans, potatoes, smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; bring to a boil.
- Reduce heat to low and simmer for about 20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream or half-and-half followed by shredded cheese until melted.
- Serve hot topped with sliced green onions and crushed tortilla chips.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 950mg
- Fat: 26g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 75mg
Keywords: For extra flavor, consider using homemade beef broth. Feel free to add other vegetables like bell peppers or zucchini for added nutrition. Adjust seasoning to taste during cooking to cater to your preferences.