Beef Cowboy Soup

This hearty Beef Cowboy Soup is loaded with tender beef, potatoes, vegetables, beans, and tomatoes in a rich, savory broth. It’s an old-fashioned comfort meal that’s easy to make, filling, and perfect for feeding the whole family on a chilly day.

Ingredients

• 1½ lb (680 g) beef stew meat, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 medium potatoes, peeled and diced
• 2 carrots, sliced
• 2 celery stalks, sliced
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (8 oz) tomato sauce
• 5 cups beef broth
• 1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• ½ teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• 2 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley, optional

Directions

1. Brown the Beef

Heat the olive oil in a large Dutch oven or heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.

Add the beef in batches and brown for about 2–3 minutes per side.

Don’t overcrowd the pot, or the beef may steam instead of browning.

Transfer the browned beef to a plate.

2. Sauté the Aromatics

Add the chopped onion to the same pot.

Cook for 3–4 minutes, until softened.

Add the minced garlic and cook for another 30 seconds.

3. Add the Broth and Seasonings

Return the beef to the pot.

Pour in the beef broth and add the Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, paprika, oregano, cumin, salt, and black pepper.

Stir well, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.

4. Add the Vegetables

Stir in the potatoes, carrots, celery, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, and corn.

Bring the soup to a gentle boil.

5. Simmer

Reduce the heat to low and cover.

Simmer for 60–75 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the beef is tender and the potatoes and carrots are cooked through.

6. Adjust the Soup

Taste and adjust the seasonings as needed.

If you prefer a thicker soup, simmer uncovered for another 10–15 minutes.

If the soup becomes too thick, add a little extra beef broth.

7. Serve

Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with fresh parsley.

Serve with warm cornbread, crusty bread, or crackers.

Recipe Tips

• Chuck or stew beef works especially well because it becomes tender during slow simmering.
• Browning the beef first gives the soup a deeper flavor.
• Cut the potatoes and carrots into similar-sized pieces so they cook evenly.
• Add green beans, peas, or bell peppers for extra vegetables.
• For a spicy version, add diced green chilies or a pinch of cayenne pepper.
• Leftovers can be refrigerated in an airtight container for 3–4 days.

Prep & Cooking Time

Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6–8

Meta Description

Make hearty Beef Cowboy Soup with tender beef, potatoes, carrots, beans, corn, tomatoes, and savory spices simmered in a rich broth. A filling family comfort meal.