Cowboy Soup

Hi, I’m Sam from dishfoody.com, where hearty one-pot meals fuel busy days with bold flavors. If you’re tired of fussy recipes or bland weeknight dinners, this Cowboy Soup delivers smoky sausage, ground beef, beans, corn, and tomatoes in a spicy, filling broth perfect for game days, family gatherings, or cold evenings.

Packed with pantry staples and ready in 30 minutes, it’s the ultimate dump-and-simmer comfort food. With years of hearty soup expertise, I’ve crafted this crowd-pleasing recipe that tastes like chili met baked beans. Here’s everything you need: ingredients, easy steps, variations, and tips.

Why This Recipe Works

• Ground beef and sausage create rich, meaty base with layered flavor
• Canned beans and corn make it pantry-staple friendly and filling
• Diced tomatoes and broth form flavorful base that thickens naturally
• One-pot wonder with minimal chopping
• Freezes perfectly for meal prep
• Scales easily for crowds or leftovers

Ingredients & Prep

• 1 lb ground beef (80/20 for flavor)
• 12 oz kielbasa or smoked sausage, sliced
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained
• 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained
• 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
• 1 (28 oz) can diced tomatoes with juice
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• ½ teaspoon smoked paprika
• ½ teaspoon cayenne (optional for heat)
• Salt and black pepper to taste
• Shredded cheddar and green onions for garnish

Step-by-Step Instructions

1. In large pot over medium-high heat, brown ground beef until cooked through. Drain excess fat.
2. Add sliced sausage, onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Cook until vegetables soften (5 minutes).
3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, and cayenne; toast spices 1 minute.
4. Add drained beans, corn, diced tomatoes with juice, and beef broth. Bring to boil.
5. Reduce to simmer, cover, and cook 20 minutes until flavors meld and soup thickens.
6. Season with salt and pepper. Serve with cheddar and green onions.

Flavor Variations

• Tex-Mex: Add jalapeños and serve with tortilla chips.
• Vegetarian: Skip meat, use plant-based sausage and extra beans.
• Creamy: Stir in cream cheese or sour cream at end.

Storage Tips

Store in airtight containers in fridge 4 days or freeze 3 months. Reheats beautifully.

FAQs

• Can I use ground turkey? Yes, sausage adds plenty of flavor.
• Slow cooker? Brown meat first, dump everything in, cook low 4-6 hours.
• Make it milder? Skip cayenne and use mild sausage.

Conclusion

Ladle up hearty Cowboy Soup smoky, spicy, and satisfying one-pot perfection for any gathering. Ultimate comfort food. For more filling soups, visit dishfoody.com and try our Cabbage Fat-Burning Soup.

Cowboy Soup

Print Recipe

Hearty Cowboy Soup loaded with ground beef, beans, corn, potatoes, and smoky spices in a flavorful tomato broth. Perfect one-pot comfort food for cold days and family dinners.

• Author: ssam
• Prep Time: 10 mins
• Cook Time: 30 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Yield: 6 servings 1x
• Category: Soup, Dinner
• Method: Stovetop
• Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex

Ingredients

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• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes with green chiles
• 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained
• 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
• 2 large potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Fresh cilantro for garnish

Instructions

• 1. In a large pot over medium heat, brown ground beef with onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Drain excess fat.
• 2. Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper; cook 1 minute.
• 3. Add beef broth, diced tomatoes, pinto beans, corn, potatoes, and tomato paste.
• 4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer 25-30 minutes until potatoes are tender.
• 5. Adjust seasoning to taste. Garnish with fresh cilantro and serve hot.

Notes

• Use fire-roasted tomatoes for extra smokiness.
• Add jalapeños for heat or bacon for richness.
• Great with cornbread or tortilla chips.
• Freezes perfectly for meal prep.

Nutrition

• Serving Size: 1 bowl
• Calories: 380
• Sugar: 8g
• Sodium: 950mg
• Fat: 16g
• Saturated Fat: 6g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8g
• Trans Fat: 0g
• Carbohydrates: 35g
• Fiber: 8g
• Protein: 25g
• Cholesterol: 70mg

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