Description
Hearty Crockpot Cowboy Soup brings rustic ranch flavors straight to kitchen tables with bold, robust ingredients. Packed with ground beef, beans, and zesty spices, this comforting meal delivers southwestern warmth you’ll crave on chilly evenings.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat:
- 1 pound ground beef
Beans and Vegetables:
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 ounces / 425 grams) corn, drained
- 1 onion, diced
- 1 can (28 ounces / 794 grams) diced tomatoes
Seasonings and Liquid:
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup beef broth
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon paprika
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheese
- Sour cream
- Chopped green onions
Instructions
- Sear ground beef in a skillet over medium heat until thoroughly browned, eliminating any surplus grease.
- Relocate the seasoned meat into the slow cooker, ensuring an even distribution.
- Introduce a medley of vibrant ingredients: diced onions, pungent minced garlic, earthy black and kidney beans, sweet corn kernels, robust diced tomatoes with their natural juices, and rich beef broth.
- Sprinkle in a harmonious blend of chili powder, aromatic cumin, smoky paprika, and essential salt and pepper to elevate the flavor profile.
- Gently fold all components together, creating a cohesive mixture that promises depth and complexity.
- Secure the lid and allow the crockpot to work its magic – on low setting for 6-8 hours or high setting for 3-4 hours, enabling ingredients to meld and develop intense flavors.
- Upon completion, conduct a final taste assessment, adjusting seasonings to personal preference.
- Serve piping hot, offering optional garnishes to enhance the dining experience.
Notes
- Drain beef thoroughly to prevent excess grease in the soup, ensuring a cleaner, lighter texture.
- Swap ground beef with ground turkey or plant-based crumbles for a leaner, vegetarian-friendly version that maintains rich flavor.
- Customize heat levels by adjusting chili powder or adding diced jalapeños for spice enthusiasts who love bold flavors.
- Enhance nutritional value by tossing in extra vegetables like diced bell peppers or zucchini during the last hour of cooking for added crunch and nutrients.
- Prep Time: 15 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: 230 kcal
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 480 mg
- Fat: 10 g
- Saturated Fat: 4 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
- Trans Fat: 0.3 g
- Carbohydrates: 20 g
- Fiber: 6 g
- Protein: 18 g
- Cholesterol: 55 mg