Cowboy Soup Recipe
Cowboy soup, also known as Texas cowboy soup, is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for chilly evenings. It is a one-pot meal that combines beef, vegetables, beans, and spices to create a delicious and satisfying soup. This recipe is easy to make and can be customized to suit your taste preferences. So, put on your cowboy boots and let’s get cooking!
Ingredients:
– 1 pound ground beef
– 1 onion, diced
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 bell pepper, diced
– 2 carrots, peeled and diced
– 2 potatoes, peeled and diced
– 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 ounces)
– 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed (15 ounces)
– 1 can corn, drained (15 ounces)
– 4 cups beef broth
– 1 tablespoon chili powder
– 1 teaspoon cumin
– Salt and pepper to taste
– Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions
Cooking Instructions:
1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
2. Add the diced onion, minced garlic, bell pepper, carrots, and potatoes to the pot. Sauté for about 5 minutes, or until the vegetables start to soften.
3. Pour in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, and corn. Stir well to combine.
4. Add the beef broth, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir again to evenly distribute the spices.
5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover the pot and let it simmer for about 30 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender.
6. Taste the soup and adjust the seasonings according to your preferences. Add more salt, pepper, or spices if desired.
7. Serve the cowboy soup hot, garnished with shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped green onions if desired.
This recipe yields approximately 6 servings.
Estimated cooking time: 1 hour
So, gather your ingredients and get ready to enjoy a bowl of comforting cowboy soup. It’s a wholesome and flavorful dish that will warm you up from the inside out. Yeehaw!