Description
This Cheesy Taco Soup recipe is a creamy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a comforting meal. Made with ground beef, beans, corn, and a blend of cheeses, this soup is hearty and satisfying.
Ingredients
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Main Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or ground turkey
- 1 small yellow onion (diced)
- 2 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tablespoons homemade)
- 1 can (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (15 ounces) black beans (drained and rinsed)
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 1½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
- 4 ounces cream cheese (softened)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish:
- Chopped cilantro
- Crushed tortilla chips (optional)
Instructions
- Sauté Aromatics: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add diced onion and sauté until softened. Stir in garlic.
- Cook Ground Meat: Add ground beef, cook until browned. Drain excess grease.
- Season and Simmer: Stir in taco seasoning, tomatoes, beans, corn, and broth. Simmer for 10 minutes.
- Add Creamy Element: Reduce heat, add cream cheese until melted. Stir in heavy cream and cheddar until smooth.
- Adjust and Serve: Season with salt and pepper. Serve hot, garnished with cilantro and tortilla chips.
Notes
- To make it spicier, add cayenne or jalapeños.
- Swap beef for chicken or use a mix of cheeses for variety.
- Leftovers reheat well for a next-day lunch.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1½ cups
- Calories: 460
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 780mg
- Fat: 33g
- Saturated Fat: 17g
- Unsaturated Fat: 13g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 18g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 95mg
