Description
A comforting and velvety soup combining the rich flavors of seasoned meat, beans, corn, and spices, perfect for cozy gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground meat (beef or turkey)
- 1 can black or pinto beans
- 1 cup sweet corn
- 1 can green chilies
- 1 cup heavy cream or sour cream
- 1 cup cheddar or Mexican blend cheese
- 2 tsp chili powder
- 1 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth
Instructions
- Heat olive oil in a large skillet over medium heat. Add chopped onions and minced garlic, cooking until soft.
- Add the ground meat, cooking until browned. Season with salt and pepper.
- Stir in the beans, corn, green chilies, and spices, mixing well.
- Pour in the broth, stir, and let it simmer for about 15 minutes.
- Reduce heat to low and gradually stir in the cream and cheese until melted and smooth.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as desired, adding lime juice for brightness.
- Serve hot, garnished with cilantro, cheese, or avocado, with tortilla chips or warm tortillas.
Notes
This soup is versatile; you can substitute ground meat with lentils for a vegetarian option or adjust spices to suit taste preferences.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 10g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 7g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Keywords: Creamy Taco Soup, Comfort Food, Family Recipe, Cozy Dinner, Quick Meal