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Creamy Taco Soup Recipe

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Creamy Taco Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish combining seasoned ground beef with vegetables, beans, and a rich creamy base. Perfect for a comforting meal, it blends traditional taco flavors into a warm, cheesy soup that’s ready in under an hour.

Ingredients

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Meat and Vegetables

  • 1 lb ground beef (or ground turkey)
  • 1 small onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

Seasonings and Canned Goods

  • 1 packet taco seasoning
  • 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel (tomatoes with green chilies)

Liquids and Dairy

  • 3 cups chicken broth
  • 1 block (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
  • 1 cup heavy cream (or half & half)
  • 1 1/2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

Seasoning

  • Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Toppings

  • Tortilla chips
  • Avocado
  • Sour cream
  • Cilantro

Instructions

  1. Brown the Meat and Onion: In a large pot over medium heat, cook the ground beef with the diced onion until the meat is fully browned and the onion is softened. Drain any excess grease to keep the soup from being too oily.
  2. Add Garlic and Seasoning: Stir in the minced garlic and the taco seasoning packet, coating the meat evenly. Cook for another minute to release the flavors of the seasoning.
  3. Add Vegetables and Broth: Pour in the diced tomatoes, Rotel, black beans, corn, and chicken broth. Stir well and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
  4. Melt in Cream Cheese: Reduce the heat to low and add the softened cream cheese. Stir continuously until the cream cheese has melted completely and the soup is smooth.
  5. Add Cream and Cheese: Slowly pour in the heavy cream, then add the shredded cheddar cheese. Stir the soup until it is creamy and all the cheese has melted into the mixture.
  6. Season to Taste: Taste the soup and adjust the flavors by adding salt and pepper as needed for your preference.
  7. Serve with Toppings: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and garnish with your choice of optional toppings such as tortilla chips, avocado slices, sour cream, and fresh cilantro for extra flavor and texture.

Notes

  • You can substitute ground turkey for ground beef for a leaner option.
  • For a spicier soup, add extra diced green chilies or a dash of hot sauce.
  • If using half & half instead of heavy cream, the soup will be slightly lighter but still creamy.
  • Leftovers store well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days and can be reheated gently on the stovetop.
  • For a gluten-free version, ensure the taco seasoning packet and all canned goods are certified gluten free.

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