Go Back
Creamy Taco Soup

Creamy Taco Soup

A hearty and flavorful taco soup, perfect for a weeknight meal. This creamy soup is packed with ground beef, beans, corn, and a blend of spices.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Course, Soup
Cuisine: American, Mexican
Calories: 350

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 tablespoon Olive oil
  • 1 medium Onion chopped
  • 2 cloves Garlic minced
  • 1 pound Ground beef
  • 1 15 ounce can Diced tomatoes undrained
  • 1 15 ounce can Black beans rinsed and drained
  • 1 15 ounce can Corn drained
  • 1 10 ounce can Diced tomatoes and green chilies (Rotel) undrained
  • 4 cups Beef broth
  • 1 teaspoon Chili powder
  • 0.5 teaspoon Cumin
  • 0.25 teaspoon Cayenne pepper optional
  • 1 12 ounce can Evaporated milk
  • 1 cup Shredded cheddar cheese
  • to taste Tortilla chips for serving
  • to taste Sour cream or Greek yogurt for serving
  • to taste Cilantro or green onions chopped, for serving

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven
  • Measuring cups and spoons

Method
 

Instructions
  1. Heat olive oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
  2. Add the minced garlic and cook for 1 minute more, until fragrant.
  3. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a spoon, until browned. Drain off any excess grease.
  4. Stir in the diced tomatoes (undrained), black beans, corn, Rotel (undrained), beef broth, chili powder, cumin, and cayenne pepper (if using).
  5. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the flavors have melded.
  6. Stir in the evaporated milk and heat through. Do not boil.
  7. Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, tortilla chips, sour cream or Greek yogurt, and chopped cilantro or green onions.

Notes

For a spicier soup, add more cayenne pepper or a few dashes of your favorite hot sauce. You can also substitute ground turkey for the ground beef. Leftovers can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.