Dude Ranch Soup

Warm up with a bowl of hearty, flavor-packed Dude Ranch Soup—a one-pot wonder that combines comforting ingredients with bold Southwestern flair. This robust soup features seasoned ground beef, tender beans, sweet corn, and a medley of smoky spices like chipotle chili powder and cumin, all simmered in a savory beef broth with juicy diced tomatoes. It’s a quick, 45-minute meal perfect for busy weeknights, providing six generous servings of comfort food perfection. Customize your bowl with creamy sour cream, shredded cheddar, crunchy tortilla chips, or a sprinkle of fresh cilantro for a crowd-pleasing touch. Simple, satisfying, and bursting with flavor, Dude Ranch Soup is your new go-to recipe for easy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:30 mins

Total Time:45 mins

Servings: 6

Ingredients

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 medium yellow onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic cloves, minced
• 14.5 ounces diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 4 cups beef broth
• 15 ounces black beans, rinsed and drained
• 15 ounces kidney beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 2 teaspoons chipotle chili powder
• 1.5 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 2 cups tortilla chips (optional, for serving)

Directions

Step 1

In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat over medium heat and brown the ground beef until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon. Drain any excess fat.

Step 2

Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the cooked beef. Sauté for 3-4 minutes until the onion is translucent and the garlic is fragrant.

Step 3

Stir in the diced tomatoes (with their juice), beef broth, black beans, kidney beans, and frozen corn.

Step 4

Add the chipotle chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to combine.

Step 5

Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Step 6

Taste the soup and adjust seasonings as needed. Add a pinch more salt or spices if desired.

Step 7

Ladle the hot soup into bowls. If using, top with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, fresh chopped cilantro, and a handful of crushed tortilla chips for added crunch.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your hearty Dude Ranch Soup!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(3490.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3929.0

Total Fat 202.6g	0%
Saturated Fat 78.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.1g
Cholesterol 481.1mg	0%
Sodium 9044.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 364.6g	0%
Dietary Fiber 68.2g	0%
Total Sugars 30.6g
Protein 196.9g	0%

Vitamin D 24IU	0%
Calcium 1642.2mg	0%
Iron 33.1mg	0%
Potassium 5921.4mg	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: 44.8%

Protein: 19.4%

Carbs: 35.8%