Description
Creamy Cowboy Soup is a hearty, comforting soup packed with ground meat, potatoes, beans, corn, and a rich creamy base. Perfect for cozy weeknight dinners, this soup is filling, flavorful, and easy to make.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef, turkey, or meat alternative
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups beef or vegetable broth
- 14.5 oz diced tomatoes, with juice
- 1 cup corn, canned or frozen
- 15 oz black beans, drained and rinsed
- 2 medium potatoes, diced small
- 1 tbsp smoked paprika
- 1 tbsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 cup heavy cream or coconut milk
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
Instructions
- In a large pot, cook ground meat over medium heat until browned. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add onion and garlic, sauté until soft and fragrant.
- Stir in broth, diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, and potatoes. Bring to a boil.
- Add smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Reduce heat and simmer 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Stir in heavy cream and cheddar cheese until smooth and creamy.
- Serve hot, optionally garnished with extra cheese or fresh parsley.
Notes
- Use dairy-free cream alternatives if needed.
- Adjust chili powder to control spiciness.
- Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for 3–4 days.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American