Cowboy This N That Hearty Soup

Saddle up for a bowl of pure comfort with Cowboy This N That Hearty Soup, a robust, flavor-packed dish that’s as satisfying as it is simple to make. Loaded with savory ground beef, vibrant bell peppers, hearty beans, and sweet corn, this one-pot wonder combines pantry staples with a smoky blend of chili powder, cumin, and paprika to deliver a bold, southwestern-inspired taste. Simmered in rich beef broth and finished with fresh cilantro, this soup is the perfect weeknight solution for feeding a hungry crowd in under an hour. Serve it with a sprinkle of shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, or a handful of crunchy tortilla chips for the ultimate cozy meal that will keep everyone coming back for seconds. Great for meal prepping or freezing, this recipe checks all the boxes for easy, hearty, and satisfying comfort food!

Nutriscore Rating: 74/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 1 large red bell pepper, diced
• 1 large green bell pepper, diced
• 15 ounces canned kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned black beans, drained and rinsed
• 14.5 ounces canned petite diced tomatoes
• 1 cup frozen corn kernels
• 4 cups beef broth
• 2 tablespoons tomato paste
• 1.5 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 0 optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, or tortilla chips

Directions

Step 1

Heat the olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.

Step 2

Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon, until browned and cooked through, about 7-8 minutes. Remove any excess grease if necessary.

Step 3

Add the diced onion, minced garlic, red bell pepper, and green bell pepper to the pot. Sauté for 5-6 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.

Step 4

Stir in the tomato paste, chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, dried oregano, salt, and black pepper. Cook for 1-2 minutes to toast the spices.

Step 5

Add the canned diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, frozen corn, and beef broth to the pot. Stir to combine.

Step 6

Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.

Step 7

Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.

Step 8

Remove from heat and stir in the chopped cilantro.

Step 9

Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite optional toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or crushed tortilla chips, if desired.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3357.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	2517.8

Total Fat 125.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 44.6g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 2.7g
Cholesterol 331.1mg	0%
Sodium 8728.2mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 207.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 66.3g	0%
Total Sugars 35.8g
Protein 146.5g	0%

Vitamin D 6IU	0%
Calcium 815.2mg	0%
Iron 32.7mg	0%
Potassium 6111.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 44.4%

Protein: 23.0%

Carbs: 32.6%