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Creamy Taco Soup

Creamy Taco Soup

A hearty and flavorful taco soup, perfect for a weeknight meal. This creamy recipe is easy to make and packed with delicious ingredients.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 pound Ground beef (or turkey)
  • 1 15 ounce can Diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 15 ounce can Black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 15 ounce can Corn drained
  • 1 10 ounce can Diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel) undrained
  • 4 cups Beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
  • 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper optional, for extra heat
  • 1 12 ounce can Evaporated milk
  • 1 cup Cheddar cheese shredded
  • Tortilla chips for serving
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt for serving
  • Cilantro or green onions chopped, for serving

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Mixing bowl

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  3. Add ground beef (or turkey) and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Stir in diced tomatoes (undrained), black beans, corn, Rotel (undrained), beef broth, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes, or until flavors have melded.
  6. Stir in evaporated milk and shredded cheddar cheese. Heat through until cheese is melted and soup is creamy.
  7. Serve hot, topped with tortilla chips, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and chopped cilantro or green onions.

Notes

For a thicker soup, simmer uncovered for a longer period to reduce the liquid. You can also add other vegetables like bell peppers or jalapenos for extra flavor and nutrients. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.