Spicy Vegetable Beef Soup

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
• 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 2 cups beef broth
• 1 cup frozen corn
• 1 cup frozen green beans
• 1/2 cup frozen peas
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions

1. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned, about 5 minutes.
2. Add onion, garlic, chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and pepper. Cook, stirring occasionally, until onion is softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Stir in diced tomatoes, beef broth, corn, green beans, and peas. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, for 20 minutes.
4. Stir in cilantro and season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Interesting Facts

• This soup can be made in the slow cooker. Cook on high for 3-4 hours or low for 6-8 hours.
• This soup can also be frozen for up to 3 months.
• Feel free to add other vegetables to the soup such as diced bell peppers, zucchini, or spinach.