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Hearty Creamy Cowboy Soup: One-Pot Comfort Dinner

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Make this rich and filling Creamy Cowboy Soup. It combines ground beef, beans, and corn in a savory, creamy broth, making it the ultimate comfort food dinner for chilly nights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 (14.5 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup heavy cream
  • 1/2 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)

Instructions

  1. Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Add the chopped onion to the pot and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic, chili powder, smoked paprika, oregano, and black pepper. Cook for 1 minute until fragrant.
  4. Add the rinsed beans, drained corn, undrained diced tomatoes, beef broth, and water to the pot. Stir well to combine all ingredients.
  5. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. This is a great one pot soup method.
  6. Remove the pot from the heat. Stir in the heavy cream until the broth is smooth and creamy. Do not boil the soup after adding the cream.
  7. Taste and add salt if needed. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese if desired. This makes a great high protein soup for meal prep.

Notes

  • For a smoky flavor, add 1/4 teaspoon of liquid smoke when you add the broth.
  • If you prefer a thicker soup, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with 2 tablespoons of cold water to create a slurry, then stir it into the simmering soup during the last 5 minutes of cooking.
  • This recipe works well in a slow cooker; brown the beef separately, then combine all ingredients (except heavy cream) in the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours. Stir in the cream before serving.

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