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30-Minute Creamy Taco Soup

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A warm and comforting soup packed with taco flavors and creamy goodness, perfect for busy weeknights or cozy weekends.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb (450g) 85/15 ground beef
  • 1 tbsp extra virgin olive oil (15ml)
  • 1 medium yellow onion, finely diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning
  • 1 (15-ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained (425g)
  • 4 cups low-sodium beef broth (960ml)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can whole black beans, rinsed and drained (425g)
  • 1 (15-ounce) can sweet corn kernels, drained (425g)
  • 4 oz full-fat block cream cheese, softened (115g)
  • Kosher salt and black pepper (to taste)
  • Sour cream (for topping)
  • Shredded orange cheddar cheese (for topping)
  • Chopped fresh cilantro (for topping)
  • Tortilla strips (for topping)

Instructions

  1. Place a Dutch oven over medium-high heat and add the olive oil. Once hot, add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 3-4 minutes.
  2. Add the ground beef to the pot. Season with salt and pepper, and cook until browned, breaking it into small crumbles as it cooks. Drain the excess grease.
  3. Stir in the minced garlic and taco seasoning. Cook for about 1 minute until fragrant, allowing the spices to bloom.
  4. Pour in the beef broth and undrained diced tomatoes. Use a wooden spoon to scrape up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  5. Stir in the rinsed black beans and drained sweet corn kernels. This adds texture and heartiness to the soup.
  6. Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low. Let it simmer for 15-20 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together.
  7. Add the softened cream cheese in chunks and stir continuously until it melts and the soup is creamy. Avoid boiling at this stage.
  8. Taste the soup and adjust the seasoning as necessary. Ladle hot soup into bowls and top with shredded cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream, chopped cilantro, and crunchy tortilla strips. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use full-fat cream cheese and adjust seasoning throughout cooking.

Find it online: https://www.chickensecret.com/30-minute-creamy-taco-soup-recipe/