Beef Cowboy Soup

Here’s a hearty recipe for Beef Cowboy Soup—a rustic, filling soup packed with ground beef, beans, vegetables, and bold Southwestern flavor.

Ingredients

• 1½ lbs ground beef

• 1 medium onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 medium potatoes, diced small (Yukon gold or russet)

• 2 carrots, sliced

• 2 stalks celery, diced

• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained

• 1 can (10 oz) Rotel tomatoes with green chiles, undrained

• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained (or 1½ cups frozen corn)

• 4 cups beef broth

• 2 cups water

• 1 packet (1 oz) ranch seasoning mix

• 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix

• 1 tsp cumin

• 1 tsp chili powder

• Salt and black pepper to taste

• Optional toppings: shredded cheddar, sour cream, fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, tortilla chips

Instructions

1. Brown the beef: In a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat, cook the ground beef until browned, breaking it up as it cooks, about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess grease if needed.

2. Sauté vegetables: Add the onion and garlic to the pot with the beef. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the onion softens.

3. Add remaining vegetables and seasonings: Stir in the potatoes, carrots, celery, cumin, chili powder, ranch seasoning, and taco seasoning. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

4. Add liquids and tomatoes: Pour in the diced tomatoes, Rotel, beef broth, and water. Stir to combine.

5. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, or until the potatoes and carrots are tender.

6. Add beans and corn: Stir in the kidney beans, pinto beans, and corn. Simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes to let the flavors meld.

7. Season to taste: Add salt and black pepper as needed.

8. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheddar, a dollop of sour cream, fresh cilantro, and tortilla chips on the side.

Tip: This soup is even better the next day! It also freezes well for up to 3 months.

Enjoy your hearty cowboy soup! 🤠