Description
Cowboy Soup is a hearty, comforting dish that brings the flavors of the Wild West to your table in just 30 minutes. This delicious one-pot meal combines savory ground beef with tender vegetables and a rich broth, making it perfect for cozy family dinners or gatherings. The best part? It’s fully customizable! Top it off with your favorite ingredients like shredded cheese, green onions, or crispy tortilla chips for an extra burst of flavor and texture. Whether you’re looking for a quick weeknight meal or a satisfying dish to impress guests, this Cowboy Soup is sure to become a family favorite.
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 1-inch pieces
- 4 carrots, peeled and sliced
- 1 can green beans (14.5 oz), drained
- 3 tablespoons tomato paste
- 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz) with juices
- 1 can black-eyed peas (15 oz), drained and rinsed
- 1 can corn (15 oz), drained
- 4–6 cups beef broth
- Seasonings: Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Sauté onion and celery for about 2–3 minutes until soft, then add garlic and sauté for another 1–2 minutes.
- Add ground beef to the pot and cook until browned.
- Stir in potatoes, carrots, green beans, tomato paste, diced tomatoes (with juices), black-eyed peas, corn, seasonings, and 4 cups of beef broth.
- Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer for about 14–16 minutes until potatoes are tender.
- Taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving hot with your choice of toppings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
- Calories: 360
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 18g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 34g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 24g
- Cholesterol: 80mg