Description
Cowboy Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish that captures the essence of comfort food in just 30 minutes. This one-pot wonder combines savory ground beef, fresh vegetables, and spices to create a deliciously rich broth that will warm your soul. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this versatile recipe allows you to customize toppings to suit every palate. From creamy cheeses to crunchy chips, each bowl can be tailored for an extra boost of flavor. Whether you serve it with cornbread or garlic bread, Cowboy Soup is sure to become a favorite in your home.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into pieces
- 4 carrots, sliced
- 1 can green beans, drained
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can diced tomatoes with juices
- 1 can black-eyed peas, drained and rinsed
- 1 can corn, drained
- 4–6 cups beef broth (to preference)
- Italian seasoning
- smoked paprika
- chili powder
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and celery until soft (2–3 minutes), then add garlic and cook until fragrant (1–2 minutes).
- Add ground beef and brown thoroughly.
- Stir in potatoes, carrots, green beans, tomato paste, diced tomatoes, black-eyed peas, corn, and seasonings.
- Pour in 4 cups of beef broth; add more for desired consistency.
- Bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer covered for 14–16 minutes or until potatoes are tender. Adjust seasoning as needed.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: One-pot
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 550mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 70mg