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Velvety Taco-Inspired Soup

Velvety Taco-Inspired Soup blends seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, and green chiles in a lush, creamy broth for a cozy bowl with gentle heat and tang. The cream cheese and heavy cream create a smooth, rich texture that complements classic taco spices. Serve it for a comforting weeknight dinner or a game-day crowd-pleaser with your favorite toppings.

  • Prep15 mins
  • Cook40 mins
  • Serves8
  • DifficultyEasy
Velvety Taco-Inspired Soup
  1. 1

    Cook the ground beef, onion, and garlic together in a large pot over medium heat until the beef is browned and crumbly and the onion is translucent, 5 to 7 minutes. Drain and discard the grease.

  2. 2

    Stir in the cumin and chili powder and cook for 2 to 3 minutes more. Add the cream cheese to the pot and stir until it melts and no chunks remain. Stir in the beef broth, diced tomatoes with their juices, green chiles, cream, and salt.

  3. 3

    Lower the heat to medium and cook until heated through, about 30 minutes; do not let it boil or the mixture may curdle.

About This Recipe

Velvety Taco Inspired Soup is a Tex Mex dinner recipe made with 11 ingredients. It takes about 55 mins, serves 8, and is rated easy. Key ingredients include Beef Broth, Chili Powder, Cream Cheese, and Diced Green Chiles. Each serving provides about 495.9 kcal, and is a good source of protein.

Recipe Questions

What is Velvety Taco-Inspired Soup?
It is a Tex-Mex soup recipe made with 11 ingredients, usually served for dinner or lunch or soup.
What is Velvety Taco-Inspired Soup made of?
The main ingredients are Beef Broth, Chili Powder, Cream Cheese, Diced Green Chiles, Diced Onion. The full list of 11 is above.
How long does it take to make Velvety Taco-Inspired Soup?
About 55 mins in total: 15 mins to prepare and 40 mins to cook.
How many calories are in one serving?
One serving provides about 495.9 kcal. The full nutrition breakdown is above.
Is Velvety Taco-Inspired Soup easy to make?
This recipe is rated easy, with 11 ingredients and 3 steps.

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