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ladling cowboy soup out of a dutch oven.

Cowboy Soup

4.71 from 17 votes
This hearty cowboy soup comes together in 30 minutes or less! Feed the hungriest crowd with ground beef and hearty vegetables simmered in a flavorful broth.
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Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Servings: 8 servings

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 Tablespoons olive oil
  • 1 medium yellow onion diced
  • 3 stalks celery diced
  • 4 cloves garlic mined
  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 lb yukon gold potatoes cut into 1-inch pieces (4 medium potatoes)
  • 4 carrots peeled and sliced into rounds
  • 1 (14.5 -ounce) can green beans drained
  • 3 Tablespoons tomato paste
  • 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with juices
  • 1 (15-ounce) can black eyed peas drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15-ounce) can corn drained
  • 4-6 cups beef broth I used 6 cups
  • 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • Salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste
  • Toppings as desired see notes

INSTRUCTIONS

  • Heat the olive oil in a large dutch oven over medium-high heat. Once it’s hot, add the onion and celery and cook for 2-3 minutes, until soft and translucent. Add the garlic and cook for another 1-2 minutes, until fragrant.
    2 Tablespoons olive oil, 1 medium yellow onion, 3 stalks celery, 4 cloves garlic
  • Add the ground beef and brown until no pink remains. Stir in the rest of the ingredients, spices, and 4 cups of beef broth until combined. Add up to 2 cups more broth to reach desired consistency.
    2 lbs ground beef
  • Turn the heat up to high and bring it to a boil. Once it’s boiling, turn the heat down to medium-low, cover, and simmer for 14-16 minutes, until the potatoes are fork-tender. Taste and add more salt, pepper, or red pepper flakes as needed.
    1 lb yukon gold potatoes, 4 carrots, 1 (14.5 -ounce) can green beans, 3 Tablespoons tomato paste, 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes, 1 (15-ounce) can black eyed peas, 1 (15-ounce) can corn, 4-6 cups beef broth, 2 teaspoons Italian seasoning, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 2 teaspoons chili powder, Salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes to taste
  • Serve hot with desired toppings. Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat on the stove or covered in the microwave until heated through.

Notes

Soup Toppings: parmesan cheese, shredded cheddar cheese, green onions, crushed tortilla chips, fritos, or sour cream.
Shortcut: purchase frozen mirepoix (mixture of onion, celery, and carrots) to save chopping time.
Beans: use any beans you have on hand like black beans or chili beans. You could even add a can of baked beans!
Crock Pot: Brown the meat on the stove and add it to the slow cooker with the remaining ingredients. Cook on high for 5-6 hours or low for 6-8 hours and enjoy!
Instant Pot: Saute the onion and celery on the saute setting then brown the meat. Add the remaining ingredients and pressure cook (manual) for 15 minutes with a quick release.
Freezer: Allow the soup to cool complete then transfer it to a freezer safe container or freezer bags. Label and date the bag then store flat in the freezer for up to 3 months.

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving (560g) | Calories: 449kcal | Carbohydrates: 36g | Protein: 39g | Fat: 17g | Saturated Fat: 5g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 8g | Trans Fat: 0g | Cholesterol: 98mg | Sodium: 437mg | Fiber: 10g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 5537IU | Vitamin C: 16mg | Calcium: 69mg | Iron: 4mg
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