Description
This Creamy Cowboy Soup is a hearty, comforting dish packed with ground beef, tender potatoes, pinto beans, corn, and a creamy broth seasoned with smoky paprika and chili powder. Perfect for chilly evenings, this soup delivers rich flavors and satisfying textures in every spoonful.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Vegetables
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
Canned Goods
- 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
Liquids and Oils
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 2 tbsp olive oil
Spices and Seasonings
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1 tsp chili powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Brown the Meat: In a large pot, heat the olive oil over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks to ensure even browning.
- Sauté Aromatics: Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot with the beef. Sauté together for 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the onion is soft and fragrant.
- Add Vegetables and Liquids: Stir in the diced potatoes, drained pinto beans, corn, and diced tomatoes with green chilies. Pour in the beef broth, and bring the entire mixture to a boil over medium-high heat.
- Simmer the Soup: Once boiling, reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer gently for 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender when pierced with a fork.
- Finish with Cream and Spices: Stir in the heavy cream, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Mix well and cook for an additional 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld and the soup to become nice and creamy.
- Adjust Seasoning and Serve: Taste the soup and adjust the salt and pepper if needed. Serve the soup hot, optionally garnished with fresh herbs such as cilantro or parsley for a burst of freshness.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add diced jalapeños or extra chili powder.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for a leaner option.
- Use low-fat heavy cream or evaporated milk for a lighter version.
- This soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be frozen for up to 2 months.
- Adding toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions enhances texture and flavor.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (about 250 ml)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 4g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 9g
- Trans Fat: 0.2g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
Keywords: cowboy soup, creamy soup, ground beef soup, hearty soup recipe, pinto bean soup
