Description
Hearty cowboy soup simmers with robust flavors of ground beef, potatoes, and beans, creating a rustic meal that warms winter nights. Slow-cooked comfort awaits when craving a satisfying southwestern-style dish that brings ranch-inspired goodness right to your table.
Ingredients
Scale
Protein:
- 1 pound ground beef
Beans and Vegetables:
- 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces) corn kernels, drained
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
Canned Tomatoes and Seasonings:
- 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (4 ounces) diced green chilies
- 1 packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 packet ranch dressing mix
- 4 cups beef broth
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Shredded cheddar cheese
- Sour cream
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Brown ground beef in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked, eliminating excess grease.
- Incorporate chopped onions and minced garlic into the skillet, sautéing for 2-3 minutes until onions become translucent.
- Transfer beef and vegetable mixture to the crockpot, creating a flavorful base for the soup.
- Introduce a medley of beans, including kidney, pinto, and black varieties, along with corn kernels and diced tomatoes with green chilies.
- Sprinkle taco and ranch seasoning mixes into the crockpot, infusing the soup with robust southwestern flavors.
- Pour beef broth over the ingredients, gently stirring to ensure complete integration of all components.
- Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper to enhance the overall taste profile.
- Cover crockpot and slow-cook on low setting for 6-8 hours or high setting for 3-4 hours, allowing flavors to meld together.
- Once cooking is complete, ladle the hearty soup into serving bowls.
- Elevate the dish by topping with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and a sprinkle of chopped green onions for added texture and freshness.
Notes
- Customize bean varieties by swapping or mixing different types for unique flavor profiles and added nutrition.
- Reduce sodium by using low-sodium broth and taco seasoning, perfect for heart-healthy diets.
- Make vegetarian-friendly by substituting ground beef with plant-based crumbles or extra beans for protein.
- Enhance meal prep by freezing individual portions in airtight containers for convenient future meals.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 6-8 hours (low) or 3-4 hours (high)
- Category: Lunch, Dinner, Appetizer
- Method: Slow Cooking
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 290 kcal
- Sugar: 6 g
- Sodium: 780 mg
- Fat: 12 g
- Saturated Fat: 5 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 27 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 22 g
- Cholesterol: 65 mg