Ingredients:

  • 1 lb lean ground beef (93/7)
  • 1 large yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium Yukon Gold potatoes, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch cubes
  • 1 bell pepper, diced
  • 1 cup frozen sweet corn
  • 15 oz can Ranch Style beans, undrained
  • 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 0.5 tsp chili powder
  • 1 cup whole milk
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch
  • 0.5 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Instructions:

  1. Sear the beef. Place your Dutch oven over medium high heat. Add the 1 lb lean ground beef, breaking it into large chunks. Let it sit for 3 minutes until a deep brown crust forms on the bottom.
  2. Sauté the aromatics. Add the diced yellow onion and bell pepper. Continue cooking, stirring occasionally, until onions are translucent and the beef is fully browned.
  3. Drain the fat. If there is more than a tablespoon of liquid fat in the bottom, tilt the pot and spoon it out. Note: Lean 93/7 beef usually won't require much draining.
  4. Toast the spices. Stir in the minced garlic, 1 tsp smoked paprika, 1 tsp cumin, and 0.5 tsp chili powder. Cook for 60 seconds until the aroma fills your kitchen.
  5. Build the base. Pour in the 4 cups of beef broth. Add the cubed potatoes, the entire 15 oz can of ranch beans (liquid included), and the 10 oz can of diced tomatoes.
  6. Simmer. Bring the mixture to a boil, then immediately turn the heat down to low. Cover and simmer for 15-20 minutes until the potatoes are fork tender.
  7. Prepare the slurry. While the soup simmers, whisk 1 tbsp cornstarch into 1 cup of whole milk in a small bowl until no white lumps remain.
  8. Thicken and finish. Pour the milk mixture and 1 cup of frozen corn into the pot. Stir constantly for 3-5 minutes until the broth thickens slightly and looks velvety.
  9. Final seasoning. Taste the broth. Add the 0.5 tsp salt and 0.5 tsp black pepper. Adjust if you want more heat with extra chili powder. Serve immediately. > Chef's Tip: If you want a deeper flavor, try adding a tiny splash of Worcestershire sauce during step 4. It acts as an umami booster that makes the beef taste even more savory. Cowboy Butter Recipe: A Versatile Herb Compound in 10 Minutes — Master our So Addictive Mouthwatering Cowboy Butter Recipe to Elevate Any Mea...High Protein Lasagna Soup in 30 Minutes — Master our high protein lasagna soup recipe for a healthy dinner. Includes a ...Easy Mexican Pinto Bean Soup in 30 Minutes — Master this Easy Mexican Pinto Bean Soup recipe using pantry staples and our ... $img_2$