Description
A comforting and creamy taco-inspired soup that brings warmth and joy to family gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound Ground Meat (beef, turkey, or chicken)
- 4 cups Chicken or Vegetable Broth
- 1 can Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies
- 8 oz Cream Cheese or Heavy Cream
- 1 tsp Cumin
- 1 tsp Chili Powder
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 cup Chopped Bell Peppers
- 1 cup Corn
- 1 can Black or Pinto Beans, drained
- Fresh Cilantro, for garnish
- 1 Lime, for squeezing
Instructions
- Cook the Meat: In a large pot or skillet over medium heat, brown the ground meat until fully cooked, breaking it into small pieces.
- Add Vegetables: Toss in chopped bell peppers and any other vegetables you’re using. Sauté for about 5 minutes until tender.
- Add Spices: Stir in the cumin, chili powder, and garlic powder to release the essential oils.
- Combine Other Ingredients: Pour in the diced tomatoes, broth, and drained beans. Simmer for 15-20 minutes.
- Stir in the Cream: Add cream cheese or heavy cream and stir until blended and creamy.
- Finish with Fresh Herbs and Lime: Stir in the chopped cilantro and add a squeeze of lime juice before serving.
- Serve and Enjoy: Serve hot with toppings like shredded cheese or tortilla chips.
Notes
Feel free to adjust the spice levels and experiment with different vegetables or proteins based on your preference.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 7g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 6g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
Keywords: taco soup, creamy soup, family recipe, comfort food, easy dinner