Description
This hearty cowboy soup comes together in 30 minutes or less! Loaded with ground beef, veggies, and beans in a flavorful broth, it’s perfect for feeding a hungry crowd.
Ingredients
- 2 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 medium yellow onion, diced
- 3 stalks celery, diced
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 lbs ground beef
- 1 lb yukon gold potatoes, cut into 1-inch pieces (4 medium potatoes)
- 4 carrots, peeled and sliced into rounds
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can green beans, drained
- 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
- 4–6 cups beef broth
- 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons chili powder
- Salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste
Instructions
1. Heat the olive oil in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once it’s hot, add the onion and celery and cook for 2-3 minutes, until soft and translucent.
2. Add the garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
3. Add the ground beef and brown until no pink remains.
4. Stir in the rest of the ingredients, spices, and 4 cups of beef broth until combined. Add up to 2 cups more broth to reach desired consistency.
5. Turn the heat up to high and bring it to a boil.
6. Once it’s boiling, turn the heat down to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 14-16 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
7. Taste and add more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes as needed.
8. Serve hot with desired toppings.
Notes
Toppings to try: parmesan cheese, shredded cheddar, green onions, crushed tortilla chips, Fritos, or sour cream.
Use frozen mirepoix mix to save chopping time.
Swap black eyed peas with black beans, chili beans, or baked beans.
For Crock Pot: Brown meat first, then cook everything on high for 5-6 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
For Instant Pot: Saute onion and celery, brown meat, add remaining ingredients, then pressure cook for 15 minutes with quick release.
To freeze: Cool soup completely and store flat in freezer-safe bags or containers for up to 3 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (560g)
- Calories: 449
- Sugar: 10
- Sodium: 437
- Fat: 17
- Saturated Fat: 5
- Unsaturated Fat: 9
- Trans Fat: 0
- Carbohydrates: 36
- Fiber: 10
- Protein: 39
- Cholesterol: 98