So my boyfriend introduced me to what he and his sister call Cowboy Supper and I fell in love with it. I’m sharing it because it’s kid approved and cheap as crap and makes 2 nights worth of meals for us (we have a family of 6) You can eat this by itself, with tortilla chips, as a burrito, taco… whatever you want really.
$4 – 1 lb hamburger browned or more if you like a lot of meat. We do 1.5.
$0.50 – 1 pkg taco seasoning
$4 – 8ish diced red potatoes
$1 – 1 can rotel (do not drain) if you want spices get the hot one
$0.60 – 1 can corn (drained)
$1 – 1 can mixed chili beans you can opt for a hot chili sauce as well
$2.20 – 1 bottle your choice of BBQ sauce (we use sweet baby rays)
$2 – Tortilla chips/tortilla shells
$15 for 2 nights of dinner 
While browning and seasoning the meat be boiling the potatoes. IF you are planning on doing it
Cowboy Supper Recipe:
Ingredients:
- 1.5 lbs ground beef
- 1 packet taco seasoning
- 8 red potatoes, diced
- 1 can Rotel (hot, if desired)
- 1 can corn, drained
- 1 can mixed chili beans (or hot chili sauce)
- 1 bottle BBQ sauce (e.g., Sweet Baby Ray’s)
- Tortilla chips/tortilla shells
Instructions:
- Brown the Beef:
- In a large skillet, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked.
- Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Add the taco seasoning to the cooked beef, following the instructions on the packet. Stir well to coat the meat evenly.
- Boil the Potatoes:
- While the meat is browning and seasoning, bring a pot of water to boil.
- Add the diced red potatoes to the boiling water and cook until they are tender but not mushy. Drain and set aside.
- Combine Ingredients:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven, combine the browned and seasoned beef, diced potatoes, Rotel (with juice), drained corn, chili beans (or hot chili sauce), and BBQ sauce.
- Stir the ingredients together to ensure everything is well combined.
- Simmer:
- Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat.
- Allow it to simmer for about 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the potatoes to absorb some of the delicious sauce.
- Serve:
- Serve the Cowboy Supper on its own, with tortilla chips for a hearty dip, or in tortilla shells for tacos or burritos.
- Optional Toppings:
- Customize your Cowboy Supper with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, diced green onions, or fresh cilantro.
- Enjoy Two Nights of Meals:
- This recipe makes a generous amount, providing two nights’ worth of dinners for a family of 6. Refrigerate the leftovers for an easy and quick meal the next day.
This Cowboy Supper is versatile and budget-friendly, perfect for busy families looking for a delicious and satisfying meal. Enjoy the hearty flavors and creative serving options
