Here’s a simple, hearty version of Cowboy Soup—perfect for a quick, filling meal: 🥣🤠
Ingredients (serves 4–6)
- 1 lb (450 g) ground beef or turkey
- 1 onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
- 4 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 tsp chili powder
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- Salt & pepper to taste
- Optional: shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro for serving
Instructions
- Cook the meat: In a large pot, brown the ground beef with onion, bell pepper, and garlic until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
- Add veggies & beans: Stir in black beans, kidney beans, corn, and diced tomatoes.
- Add broth & spices: Pour in broth, add chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Stir well.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–25 minutes to let flavors meld.
- Serve: Top with cheese, sour cream, or cilantro if desired.
💡 Tip: For extra heartiness, add diced potatoes or cooked rice. Leftovers taste even better the next day!
If you want, I can also give a super quick 10-minute “Cowboy Soup Hack” version for when you’re really short on time. Do you want me to do that?
