Creamy Taco Soup
Creamy Taco Soup
Equipment
- 1 cutting board
- 1 chef's knife
- 1 Large Pot
- 1 stirring spoon
Ingredients
- 0.5 lb lean ground beef or meat substitute
- 2 cups NO-CHICKEN chicken broth
- 2 10 oz cans Ro-Tel diced tomatoes with green chilies (with juices)
- 0.5 14 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 0.5 12 oz can corn, drained
- ¼ red bell pepper chopped
Seasonings:
- ¼ tbsp chili powder
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp ground cumin
- ½ tsp smoked paprika
- 4 oz cream cheese softened, Philly recommended
- Salt & pepper to taste
Optional Toppings:
- Shredded cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- Diced avocado
- Fresh cilantro
- Tortilla strips or crushed chips
- Scallions
- Lime wedges
Instructions
Brown the Beef or Meat Substitute:
- In a large pot over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef or meat substitute for about 10 minutes, breaking it up as it cooks.
- Drain excess fat if needed.
Add Ingredients (except cream cheese):
- Stir in broth, tomatoes, beans, corn, bell pepper, and seasonings.
- Bring to a boil over high heat.
Simmer:
- Reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 8 minutes while you prep toppings.
Add Cream Cheese:
- Cut the cream cheese into small pieces and stir into the soup until fully melted and incorporated.
- Stir often.
Season & Serve:
- Taste, then season with salt and pepper.
- Ladle into bowls and add toppings as desired.
Notes
Essentials for Making Jeff’s Creamy Taco Soup
You don’t need a fancy kitchen to whip up Jeff’s Creamy Taco Soup, but the right tools make it faster, easier, and way more fun. Whether you’re a seasoned home cook or a kitchen newbie, here are a few must-haves (plus a couple of fun extras!) that’ll help you bring out the best in every bold, creamy bite.
Kitchen Tools You’ll Use Every Time
Large Soup Pot
This one-pot wonder starts with browning beef and ends with melted cream cheese, so a heavy-bottomed pot is your best friend. It distributes heat evenly and looks gorgeous on your stove.
Chef’s Knife & Cutting Board Set
Chopping red bell pepper, slicing avocado, and mincing fresh cilantro is a breeze with a quality knife and non-slip cutting board. These are basics you’ll use constantly.
Wooden Spoon
You’ll be stirring in spices, cream cheese, and all the good stuff, so you need a heat-resistant spoon that won’t scratch your pot. This set is effective and attractive!
Pantry Staples Worth Stocking Up On
Ro-Tel Diced Tomatoes with Green Chilies
These bring the fire-roasted flavor and just enough heat. Keep a few cans in your pantry. They’re taco soup gold.
“No Chicken” Broth Base
This is a plant-based organic broth that is super flavorful, economical, and great for soups like this.
Toppings That Take It Over the Top
Avocado Saver & Slicer Tool
Half an avocado always seems to go brown…unless you have this. Slice, scoop, and store without waste.
Tortilla Strips for Crunch
Crumble them on top or scoop like a dip. There is no wrong way to use them.
Bonus: Serve It Up in Style
Ceramic Soup Bowls with Handles
Perfect for cozy comfort food and easy to carry from stovetop to couch (no spills!).
Citrus Squeezer
Don’t skip that final zing of lime juice. It brightens everything. This little press gets every drop without the mess.
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