Description
Mouthwatering Taco Soup blends Mexican-inspired flavors with hearty ground beef and rich, melted cheese. Comfort meets zest in this quick, satisfying one-pot meal that brings family and friends together around a delicious, steaming bowl.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Proteins:
- 1 lb (500 g) ground beef
- 8 oz (225 g) cream cheese, softened
- 1.5 cups (150 g) shredded cheddar cheese
Vegetables and Beans:
- 1 small onion, finely chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 can (14 oz/400 g) diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can (14 oz/400 g) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 cup (150 g) corn kernels
- Sliced jalapenos
- Diced avocado
- Fresh cilantro, chopped
Seasonings and Liquids:
- 1 packet (30 g) taco seasoning
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 4 cups (1 liter) beef broth
- 0.5 cup (120 ml) heavy cream or half-and-half
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Tortilla chips or strips
- Sour cream
- Extra shredded cheese
Instructions
- Sizzle ground beef in a spacious pot over medium-high heat, methodically crumbling the meat while it transforms from pink to a rich, caramel-brown color.
- Tilt the pan and carefully drain away excess fat, preserving the meat’s robust flavor profile.
- Introduce finely diced onions and minced garlic into the meat, allowing them to dance and soften, releasing their aromatic essence for approximately 3-4 minutes.
- Sprinkle in taco seasoning, stirring vigorously to coat every morsel of beef with a vibrant, zesty blend of spices.
- Pour in diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn, creating a colorful medley that promises depth and texture to the soup.
- Stream chicken broth into the pot, ensuring all ingredients are generously submerged and can mingle their flavors harmoniously.
- Reduce heat and allow the mixture to simmer gently, letting the ingredients marry and intensify their collective taste for 15-20 minutes.
- Fold in cream cheese and shredded cheese, stirring until they melt completely and transform the soup into a luxuriously creamy concoction.
- Taste and adjust seasonings, adding salt and pepper as needed to elevate the overall flavor profile.
- Ladle the steaming soup into bowls and garnish with fresh cilantro, green onions, or a dollop of sour cream for an extra layer of indulgence.
Notes
- For leaner results, opt for ground beef with lower fat content like 90/10 or ground turkey to reduce overall calories.
- Ensure thorough draining of beef to prevent excess grease pooling in the soup, which can make the dish feel heavy and less appealing.
- Sauté onions and garlic until they become translucent and fragrant, releasing their natural sweetness and enhancing the overall flavor profile of the soup.
- Consider using a non-stick skillet or well-seasoned cast iron pan to minimize sticking and make cleanup easier while cooking the ground beef.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Dinner, Lunch, Snacks
- Method: Sautéing
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6
- Calories: 500
- Sugar: 4 g
- Sodium: 800 mg
- Fat: 30 g
- Saturated Fat: 15 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 35 g
- Fiber: 8 g
- Protein: 25 g
- Cholesterol: 90 mg