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Hearty Creamy Cowboy Soup: A Comforting One-Pot Dinner

Close-up of a hearty bowl of cowboy soup, featuring ground beef, corn, tomatoes, and topped with melted shredded cheddar cheese.
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Discover this hearty, creamy cowboy soup recipe. It is a filling, one-pot meal packed with ground beef, beans, and vegetables, perfect for a satisfying weeknight dinner or a cozy meal on a cold evening.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned. Drain off excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and oregano. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Pour in the diced tomatoes (with juice), rinsed black beans, rinsed kidney beans, drained corn, and beef broth. Stir to combine all ingredients.
  5. Bring the soup to a simmer. Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it cook for 15 minutes so the flavors meld.
  6. Stir in the heavy cream until the broth is creamy. Heat through for 2-3 minutes, but do not let it boil after adding the cream.
  7. Taste the soup and season with salt and black pepper as needed.
  8. Serve the cowboy soup hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese if you desire a richer flavor.

Notes

  • For a slow cooker option, brown the beef and sauté the onion on the stovetop first. Transfer everything except the heavy cream and cheese to the slow cooker. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Stir in the cream before serving.
  • Add a pinch of cayenne pepper if you want a slight kick of heat in your smoky soup flavor.
  • This recipe works well as a pantry staple soup; substitute canned ingredients for fresh when needed.

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