Description

This Creamy Cowboy Soup is a hearty and comforting dish perfect for cozy weeknight dinners. Packed with ground beef, beans, potatoes, and a medley of spices, it’s simmered to perfection and finished with a luscious creamy cheese topping. Easily adaptable with turkey or meat alternatives and dairy-free options, this soup brings bold flavors and satisfying textures in every bowl.

Ingredients

Scale

Meat and Vegetables

1 lb Ground Beef (or turkey or meat alternative)
1 large Onion (yellow or white, diced)
3 cloves Garlic (minced)
1 cup Corn (canned or frozen)
15 oz Black Beans (drained and rinsed if canned)
2 medium Potatoes (Yukon Gold or russet, diced small)

Liquids

4 cups Beef Broth (or vegetable broth for vegetarian option)
14.5 oz Diced Tomatoes (canned with juice)
1 cup Heavy Cream (or coconut milk for dairy-free option)

Spices and Seasonings

1 tbsp Smoked Paprika
1 tbsp Chili Powder (adjust for heat preference)
1 tsp Cumin
1 tsp Salt (adjust to taste)
0.5 tsp Black Pepper (adjust to taste)

Toppings

1 cup Shredded Cheddar Cheese (fresh preferred)
Optional garnish: sliced green onions, extra cheese, tortilla chips

Instructions

Brown the Meat: In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the ground beef. Cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until fully browned. Drain excess grease.
Sauté Aromatics: Add diced onion and minced garlic to the pot. Stir for 2-3 minutes until onions are translucent and fragrant.
Add Broth and Veggies: Stir in beef broth, diced tomatoes with juice, corn, black beans, and diced potatoes. Add smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix everything thoroughly.
Simmer the Soup: Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until potatoes are tender.
Finish with Cream and Cheese: Stir in heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook for an additional 5 minutes until cheese has melted and soup is creamy.
Serve: Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions, extra cheese, or tortilla chips if desired. Serve hot and enjoy.

Notes

For a vegetarian version, use a meat alternative or skip the meat and substitute vegetable broth.
For dairy-free, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and omit cheese or use dairy-free cheese.
Adjust chili powder to increase or decrease the heat level.
Leftovers keep well refrigerated for up to 3 days and can be frozen for up to 2 months.
Using Yukon Gold potatoes gives a creamier texture, while russet potatoes hold their shape better.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Category: Soup
Method: Stovetop
Cuisine: American

Keywords: Creamy Cowboy Soup, beef soup, hearty soup, creamy soup recipe, ground beef soup, easy dinner, comfort food, one pot soup