Cowboy Soup

Cowboy Soup

Ingredients:

1 lb ground beef

1 small onion, diced

2 cloves garlic, minced

1 (15 oz) can diced tomatoes (with juice)

1 (15 oz) can corn (drained)

1 (15 oz) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed)

1 (15 oz) can diced potatoes (drained) or 2 cups peeled and diced fresh potatoes

1 (10 oz) can Rotel tomatoes (diced tomatoes with green chilies)

4 cups beef broth

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp paprika

Salt and pepper to taste

Optional: 1/2 tsp cumin or a dash of hot sauce for a kick

Instructions:

1. Brown the beef in a large pot over medium heat. Drain excess grease.

2. Add the onion and garlic. Cook until the onion is soft and fragrant, about 3-5 minutes.

3. Stir in the tomatoes, corn, beans, potatoes, and Rotel.

4. Pour in the beef broth and add the chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.

5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20–30 minutes, until everything is heated through and flavors are blended.

6. Taste and adjust seasoning. Add a little hot sauce or cumin if desired.

Serve with: cornbread, biscuits, or over rice for a stick-to-your-ribs meal.