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Creamy Cowboy Soup

Creamy Cowboy Soup: Hearty Comfort in Every Spoonful

Creamy Cowboy Soup is a hearty, customizable Tex-Mex dish perfect for busy weeknights and family gatherings.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 480

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Can substitute with turkey or plant-based meat.
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) Yellow or red onions work well.
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic is recommended.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Can be swapped with vegetable broth.
  • 14.5 ounces Diced Tomatoes (with juice) Canned tomatoes are convenient.
  • 1 cup Corn Frozen or canned works well.
  • 1 can Black Beans Can be substituted with kidney beans or pinto beans.
  • 10 ounces Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies Adjust according to taste preference.
  • 2 medium Potatoes (diced) Use Yukon Gold or red potatoes.
For the Seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika Regular paprika can be used.
  • 1 tablespoon Chili Powder Adjust based on spice tolerance.
  • 1 teaspoon Cumin Essential for Tex-Mex flavor.
  • to taste Salt and Black Pepper Basic seasonings to taste.
For the Creamy Finish
  • 1 cup Heavy Cream Substitute with coconut milk for dairy-free.
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese Use fresh shredded cheese.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat until hot. Add the ground beef and cook for about 5-7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Stir in the diced onion and minced garlic into the pot, allowing them to cook for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
  3. Add the beef broth, diced tomatoes (with juice), corn, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and diced potatoes to the pot. Season with smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for 20-25 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender.
  5. Once the potatoes are tender, stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook for an additional 5 minutes on low heat until the cheese melts.
  6. Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with your choice of toppings, then serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 480kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 14gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 1gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 700mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 800IUVitamin C: 16mgCalcium: 300mgIron: 3.5mg

Notes

Consider serving with crispy tortilla chips for added crunch. Can be modified to create a vegetarian option.

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