Creamy Cheesy Ground Beef Taco Soup Recipe
This Creamy Cheesy Ground Beef Taco Soup is a hearty and flavorful dish perfect for cozy dinners. Combining seasoned ground beef with a medley of taco-inspired ingredients, simmered to perfection and enriched with cream cheese and cheddar for a luscious, comforting texture. Garnish with your favorite toppings to elevate this crowd-pleaser.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
- Yield: 6 servings 1x
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
Soup Base
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning or 2 tbsp homemade taco seasoning
- 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can corn kernels, drained
- 2 cups beef broth
Creamy Cheese Mixture
- 1 cup heavy cream
- 8 oz cream cheese, softened and cubed
- 1 ½ cups shredded cheddar cheese
Seasoning and Garnish
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: sour cream, cilantro, sliced jalapeños, tortilla chips
Instructions
- Cook the Beef: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef until browned and fully cooked, breaking it into crumbles as it cooks. Drain excess fat if necessary.
- Sauté Onion and Garlic: Add chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot with the beef. Cook until the onion is translucent and fragrant, about 3-4 minutes.
- Add Seasoning and Tomatoes: Stir in the taco seasoning, followed by the diced tomatoes with green chilies. Mix well to combine all the flavors.
- Combine Beans, Corn, and Broth: Pour in the black beans, corn, and beef broth. Stir everything together and bring to a gentle simmer.
- Incorporate Cream Cheese and Cream: Add the softened cream cheese cubes and heavy cream to the pot. Stir continuously until the cream cheese has fully melted and the soup turns creamy and smooth.
- Mix in Cheddar Cheese: Slowly add in the shredded cheddar cheese, stirring until it melts completely into the soup, making it rich and cheesy.
- Season and Simmer: Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as desired. Allow it to simmer on low heat for 10-15 minutes so all flavors meld beautifully.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the hot soup into bowls and offer optional toppings such as sour cream, fresh cilantro, sliced jalapeños, and crunchy tortilla chips for added texture and flavor.
Notes
- For a spicier kick, add extra jalapeños or a dash of hot sauce while simmering.
- You can substitute heavy cream with half-and-half for a lighter soup, though it will be less rich.
- Make the soup ahead of time to allow flavors to deepen overnight; reheat gently before serving.
- To make this gluten free, ensure the taco seasoning packet does not contain gluten.
- Leftovers store well in the fridge for up to 4 days or freeze in portions for up to 3 months.
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