This Hearty Crock Pot Cowboy Soup is a robust and flavorful dish packed with ground beef, beans, potatoes, and vegetables. Perfect for a cold day or a simple, comforting meal, this soup is sure to warm you up and keep you full. Toss the ingredients in your crock pot, and let it slow cook to perfection. It’s a meal the whole family will love!
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 large onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 medium potatoes, diced
- 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, sliced green onions, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Brown the Beef: In a skillet over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat and transfer the beef to your crock pot.
- Prepare the Vegetables: Add the diced onion, minced garlic, and diced potatoes to the crock pot.
- Add the Beans & Veggies: Pour in the canned tomatoes, corn, kidney beans, and black beans.
- Season the Soup: Add the beef broth, taco seasoning, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper. Stir everything to combine.
- Cook: Cover and cook on low for 6-8 hours or high for 3-4 hours, until the potatoes are tender and the flavors have melded together.
- Serve: Once ready, ladle the soup into bowls. Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions, or tortilla chips, if desired.
Enjoy your warm, hearty bowl of Cowboy Soup!