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Creamy Cowboy Soup

Creamy Cowboy Soup is a hearty, one-pot meal made with ground beef, beans, corn, potatoes, and a savory spice blend. It's quick to prepare and perfect for cozy weeknights.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American
Calories: 450
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Ground Beef (or turkey or meat alternative)
  • 1 large Onion (yellow or white for best flavor)
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 4 cups Beef Broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
  • 14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes (canned with juice)
  • 1 cup Corn (canned or frozen)
  • 15 oz Black Beans (drained and rinsed if canned)
  • 2 medium Potatoes (Yukon Gold or russet, diced small)
  • 1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
  • 1 tbsp Chili Powder (adjust for heat preference)
  • 1 tsp Cumin
  • 1 tsp Salt (adjust to taste)
  • 0.5 tsp Black Pepper (adjust to taste)
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free)
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (fresh cheese preferred)

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Heat a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef. Cook until browned, breaking the meat into small pieces. Drain fat if needed.
  2. Add the chopped onion and cook for 3–4 minutes until soft. Stir in minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds.
  3. Stir in smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute to bloom spices.
  4. Add diced potatoes, diced tomatoes with juice, corn, black beans, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
Cooking
  1. Bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer. Cover and cook for 15–20 minutes until potatoes are tender.
  2. Reduce heat to low. Stir in heavy cream slowly. Heat through but do not boil.
  3. Add shredded cheddar cheese and stir until melted and smooth.
Serving
  1. Taste and adjust salt and pepper. Serve hot in bowls topped with extra cheddar, chopped green onions, or a dollop of sour cream. Offer crusty bread or cornbread on the side.

Notes

Dice the potatoes small so they cook quickly and evenly. Use low-sodium broth to control salt levels. For a dairy-free version, use coconut milk instead of heavy cream and a dairy-free cheese or skip the cheese. If you like more heat, add a pinch of cayenne or a diced jalapeño.