Hearty Beef Soup (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika.
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2 teaspoons chili powder.
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2 tablespoons olive oil.
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4 cloves garlic, minced.
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1 medium yellow onion, diced.
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3 stalks celery, diced.
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Salt, pepper, and red pepper flakes, to your liking.
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4 medium Yukon gold potatoes, chopped into bite-size chunks (about 1 lb).
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4-6 cups beef broth.
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1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained.
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1 teaspoon Italian seasoning.
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3 tablespoons tomato paste.
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2 lbs ground beef.
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1 (14.5-ounce) can green beans, liquid removed.
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1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes with liquid included.
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4 carrots, sliced into small circles.
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1 (15-ounce) can black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained.
# Instructions:
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Drizzle olive oil into a big Dutch oven and warm it over medium-high heat. Toss in the onion and celery, cooking for 2-3 minutes till soft. Add the crushed garlic and let it cook an extra minute or so until it smells great.
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Drop in the ground beef and keep stirring to break it apart. Cook till all the pink is gone.
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Add the potatoes, carrots, green beans, canned tomatoes (along with the juices), black-eyed peas, corn, a few dollops of tomato paste, and the seasonings. Pour in 4 cups of broth, adding more broth later if it feels too thick.
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Turn up the heat until it starts boiling, then lower it to medium-low. Pop on a lid and let it simmer for 14-16 minutes or until the potatoes are soft.
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Try a spoonful of the soup and sprinkle in salt, pepper, or a pinch of red pepper flakes to suit your taste buds.
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Scoop the soup into bowls and add toppings like shredded cheese or crumbled tortilla chips if you want. Enjoy while it’s warm.
# Notes:
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Cowboy Soup is a cozy, filling meal featuring ground beef, tender potatoes, a mix of veggies, and tasty spices. It’s hearty and loaded with flavor, making it a great choice for cool evenings.