Hearty Crock Pot Cowboy Soup

Introduction When it comes to comfort food that’s hearty, easy, and crowd-pleasing, look no further than Crock Pot Cowboy Soup. Loaded with ground beef, beans, vegetables, and potatoes, this rustic one-pot meal is a stick-to-your-ribs kind of soup that feels like a warm hug from the American Southwest. It

Equipment

• Crock Pot / Slow Cooker (6-quart recommended)
• Large skillet (for browning beef)
• Wooden spoon
• Knife and cutting board

Ingredients

Base Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 small onion , chopped
• 2 cloves garlic , minced
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (15 oz) tomato sauce
• 1 can (15 oz) corn (drained)
• 1 can (15 oz) green beans (drained)
• 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans (drained and rinsed)
• 1 large russet potato , peeled and diced
• 3 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce

Seasonings:

• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• Salt to taste
• Optional: 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes for heat

Instructions

Step 1: Brown the Beef

1. In a large skillet , cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned and no longer pink (about 6–8 minutes).
2. Add in the chopped onion and garlic , and sauté for another 2–3 minutes until the onion softens and becomes translucent. ezstandalone.cmd.push(function () { ezstandalone.showAds(118); });
3. Drain any excess grease and transfer the mixture to your slow cooker .

Step 2: Add the Remaining Ingredients

1. Add the following to the Crock Pot: Diced tomatoes
2. Tomato sauce
3. Corn , green beans , pinto beans , and kidney beans
4. Diced potatoes
5. Beef broth
6. Worcestershire sauce
7. All the seasonings
8. Stir everything well to combine, making sure the seasonings are evenly distributed.

Step 3: Slow Cook the Soup

1. Cook on LOW for 6–8 hours OR
2. Cook on HIGH for 3–4 hours
3. The soup is done when the potatoes are tender, and the flavors have had time to meld together beautifully. Give it a taste and adjust seasoning as needed before serving.

Step 4: Serve and Garnish

1. Ladle into bowls and enjoy with:
2. Shredded cheddar cheese
3. Fresh chopped parsley or green onions
4. Sour cream
5. Jalapeño slices (if you like heat)
6. Crusty bread or cornbread on the side

Nutrition

Calories: ~380 kcal · Protein: ~25g · Fat: ~15g · Carbohydrates: ~35g · Saturated Fat: ~5g · Fiber: ~8g · Sugar: ~6g · Sodium: ~800mg