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Cowboy Soup Recipe

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A hearty and flavorful Cowboy Soup loaded with ground beef, potatoes, vegetables, and spices, simmered to perfection in a Dutch oven. Perfect for a comforting family meal that’s easy to prepare in about 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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Vegetables & Aromatics

  • 1 medium yellow onion, diced
  • 3 stalks celery, diced
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb Yukon Gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces (about 4 medium potatoes)
  • 4 carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can green beans, drained

Meat & Broth

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 4–6 cups beef broth (6 cups recommended)

Canned Goods & Paste

  • 3 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black eyed peas, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained

Seasonings & Oil

  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • Salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste

Toppings

  • Desired toppings such as chopped fresh herbs, shredded cheese, sour cream, or green onions (optional)

Instructions

  1. Sauté aromatics: Heat olive oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat until hot. Add diced onion and celery, cooking for 2-3 minutes until soft and translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
  2. Brown beef and add ingredients: Add ground beef to the pot and cook until no pink remains, breaking it up as it cooks. Stir in tomato paste, diced tomatoes with juices, black eyed peas, corn, green beans, potatoes, carrots, Italian seasoning, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes. Pour in 4 cups of beef broth and mix well. Add up to 2 more cups of broth to adjust the soup’s consistency as desired.
  3. Simmer the soup: Bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to medium-low, cover the pot, and let the soup simmer for 14-16 minutes until the potatoes are fork-tender. Taste and adjust seasoning with additional salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes if necessary.
  4. Serve and store: Serve the soup hot, topped with your choice of optional toppings. Store any leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stovetop or in the microwave until warmed through.

Notes

  • Use a large Dutch oven or heavy pot for best results and even cooking.
  • Adjust the amount of beef broth to reach your preferred soup consistency.
  • Optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped fresh herbs, or green onions add extra flavor and texture.
  • Reheat leftovers gently to maintain the soup’s flavor and texture.
  • This soup can be made spicier by increasing the chili powder and red pepper flakes.

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