Creamy Taco Soup
Jeff’s Creamy Taco Soup is like a fiesta in a bowl, loaded with roasted peppers, melty cheese, crispy tortilla chips, fresh cilantro, and topped with cool, creamy avocado. Every spoonful brings the perfect balance of smoky, spicy, crunchy, and creamy. It’s comfort food with a kick, and it never misses!
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
Tips & Variations
•Spicy Option: Add ½ tsp cayenne or use spicy Ro-Tel.
•No Ro-Tel? Use regular diced tomatoes + one 4 oz can of diced green chilies.
•Freezing: Skip the cream cheese before freezing; add it after reheating.
•Flavor Boost: Toast spices in the pot for 30 seconds before adding other ingredients.
•Zingy Finish: A squeeze of fresh lime juice brightens the whole bowl.