Creamy Cowboy Soup
This hearty creamy cowboy soup is a one-pot wonder packed with ground beef, beans, corn, potatoes, and a luscious cream cheese broth. Rustic, bold, and comforting , it's the perfect dinner for cold nights or family gatherings.
Equipment
- Dutch oven or large soup pot
- cutting board
- knife
- wooden spoon
- measuring cups and spoons
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 cups potatoes, cubed
- 1 can black beans, drained
- 1 can kidney beans, drained
- 1 can Rotel tomatoes
- 1 cup corn (frozen or canned)
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 block cream cheese (8 oz)
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- to taste salt and pepper
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess grease, leaving a little for sautéing.
- Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until softened and aromatic.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to let the spices bloom.
- Add cubed potatoes, both beans, corn, and Rotel tomatoes. Stir to combine evenly.
- Pour in the beef broth and stir. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15–20 minutes or until potatoes are fork-tender.
- Add cubed cream cheese to the soup. Stir gently until fully melted and incorporated, creating a creamy broth. Simmer uncovered for 5 more minutes.
- Taste and adjust seasonings if needed. Serve hot with desired toppings or sides.
Notes
Serve with cornbread, tortilla chips, or crusty bread.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freezes well for up to 2 months — thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days.
Freezes well for up to 2 months — thaw in the fridge before reheating.
Nutrition
Calories: 420kcalCarbohydrates: 35gProtein: 22gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 11gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 980mgPotassium: 850mgFiber: 8gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 900IUVitamin C: 12mgCalcium: 130mgIron: 3mg