Creamy Cowboy Soup (Printable Version)

Hearty Tex-Mex comfort featuring ground beef, beans and corn in a rich, creamy broth. Customizable for any spice preference!

# Ingredients:

→ Soup Base

01 - 500g ground beef
02 - 1 medium yellow onion, diced
03 - 3 cloves garlic, minced
04 - 1L beef broth
05 - 400g canned diced tomatoes with juice
06 - 200g corn, fresh, frozen or canned
07 - 400g black beans, drained and rinsed
08 - 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, diced small

→ Spice Blend

09 - 1 tsp smoked paprika
10 - 1 tbsp chili powder, adjust to taste
11 - 1 tsp ground cumin
12 - Salt and black pepper to taste

→ For Creaminess

13 - 240ml heavy cream
14 - 150g shredded cheddar cheese

→ Garnish Options

15 - Sliced green onions
16 - Extra shredded cheddar cheese
17 - Crushed tortilla chips

# Steps:

01 - In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, add the ground beef and cook until fully browned, about 5-7 minutes. Break it apart with a wooden spoon while cooking. Drain excess grease.
02 - Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot with the beef. Sauté for 2-3 minutes until the onion becomes translucent and fragrant.
03 - Stir in the beef broth, diced tomatoes with juice, corn, black beans, and potato cubes. Add smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and black pepper. Mix thoroughly to distribute spices evenly.
04 - Bring the mixture to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the potatoes are fork-tender.
05 - Once potatoes are tender, stir in the heavy cream and shredded cheddar cheese. Cook for an additional 5 minutes over low heat until cheese is completely melted and the soup has a creamy consistency.
06 - Ladle into bowls and garnish with sliced green onions, additional shredded cheese, or crushed tortilla chips if desired. Serve hot.

# Notes:

01 - For a dairy-free version, substitute heavy cream with coconut milk and use dairy-free cheese alternative.
02 - The soup can be prepared ahead by cooking all ingredients except cream and cheese up to 24 hours in advance.
03 - Flavors deepen overnight, making leftovers even more delicious the next day.
04 - For a spicier version, add diced jalapeños or increase the chili powder.

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