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Hearty Cowboy Soup With Cheddar Cheese

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A comforting and filling cowboy soup with seasoned beef, beans, veggies, and melty sharp cheddar cheese, perfect for cozy meals and easy prep.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 garlic cloves, minced
  • 1 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted optional)
  • 4 cups beef broth (low sodium recommended)
  • 2 tbsp tomato paste
  • 2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • Salt and black pepper to taste
  • 1 to 1.5 cups shredded sharp cheddar cheese (100–150 g)
  • Fresh cilantro or parsley, chopped (optional, for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Heat a large heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up, until browned and no longer pink (7-10 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add diced onion, minced garlic, and diced bell peppers to the pot. Stir and cook until onions are translucent and peppers soften (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir in chili powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, salt, and black pepper. Mix in tomato paste to coat ingredients evenly (about 2 minutes).
  4. Pour in beef broth and diced tomatoes with their juices. Stir well and bring to a gentle boil (about 5 minutes).
  5. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 20-25 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and allow flavors to meld.
  6. Add drained kidney and black beans. Warm through for another 5 minutes.
  7. Remove pot from heat. Sprinkle shredded cheddar cheese on top, cover briefly or stir gently to melt cheese into the soup (2-3 minutes).
  8. Ladle soup into bowls and garnish with chopped fresh cilantro or parsley if desired. Serve hot with crusty bread or tortilla chips.

Notes

Brown the beef well for deep flavor and avoid stirring too often to get a nice crust. Use fresh garlic and toast spices with tomato paste to enhance aroma. Add cheese off heat to prevent clumping. Adjust seasoning at the end. If soup thickens too much, add broth or water. For spicy variation, add jalapeños or chipotle powder. Slow cooker adaptation: brown beef first, then cook on low 6-8 hours, add cheese before serving.

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Keywords: cowboy soup, cheddar cheese soup, hearty soup, beef soup, bean soup, comfort food, easy soup recipe, cozy meals

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