My Sister Ruth Kamps Texas Soup

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Warm, hearty, and loaded with bold Tex-Mex flavors, My Sister Ruth Kamps Texas Soup is the ultimate comfort food for busy weeknights or casual gatherings. This one-pot wonder combines savory ground beef, tender pinto beans, sweet corn, and zesty green chilies, simmered together in a rich tomato and beef broth seasoned with chili powder, cumin, and paprika. Ready in just 45 minutes, this easy Texas-style soup pairs perfectly with your favorite garnishes, like fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream, for a customizable and crowd-pleasing meal. Packed with protein and robust flavors, it's a deliciously satisfying dish that’s sure to become a family favorite. Perfect for fans of easy soups, Tex-Mex recipes, and quick comfort food!

Recipe Information

• Prep Time: 15 min
• Cook Time: 30 min
• Total Time: 45 min
• Servings: 6 servings
• Difficulty: Medium

🥘 Ingredients

16 items

• 1 pound ground beef
• 1 large yellow onion, diced
• 3 garlic cloves, minced
• 28 ounces canned diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 15 ounces canned pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• 15 ounces canned corn, drained
• 4 cups beef broth
• 4 ounces diced green chilies
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
• 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (optional, for garnish)
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
• 0.5 cup sour cream (optional, for topping)

📝 Instructions

9 steps

1. In a large soup pot or Dutch oven, heat over medium-high heat.

2. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it apart with a spoon, about 5-7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.

3. Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot with the browned ground beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the onion is softened, about 3-4 minutes.

4. Stir in the canned diced tomatoes (with their juice), pinto beans, corn, and diced green chilies.

5. Pour in the beef broth and stir to combine all the ingredients.

6. Add the chili powder, ground cumin, paprika, salt, and black pepper. Stir well to distribute the spices evenly.

7. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Cover and let it simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.

8. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, adding more salt or spices to suit your preference.

9. Serve the soup hot, garnished with fresh cilantro, shredded cheddar cheese, and a dollop of sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts

1 serving (615.4g)

Calories		481
% Daily Value*
Total Fat		26.5 g	34%
	Saturated Fat	12.3 g	62%
	Polyunsaturated Fat	0.0 g
Cholesterol		81 mg	27%
Sodium		1744 mg	76%
Total Carbohydrate		36.9 g	13%
	Dietary Fiber	8.0 g	29%
	Total Sugars	8.6 g
Protein		27.1 g	54%
Vitamin D		0.2 mcg	1%
Calcium		248 mg	19%
Iron		4.9 mg	27%
Potassium		932 mg	20%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 1439 cal (48.5%%)

Protein: 644 cal (21.7%%)

Carbs: 882 cal (29.8%%)