Cheesy Taco Soup

🧀🌮 Cheesy Taco Soup (Classic & Crowd-Pleaser)

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef (or turkey)
• 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade)
• 1 small onion, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 can diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 can Rotel (tomatoes + green chiles)
• 1 can black beans, drained & rinsed
• 1 can corn, drained
• 3 cups chicken broth
• 1 cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
• 1½–2 cups shredded cheddar or Mexican-blend cheese
• Salt & pepper to taste

Instructions

1. Brown ground beef with onion in a large pot. Drain excess fat.
2. Add garlic and taco seasoning; stir 30 seconds.
3. Add tomatoes, Rotel, beans, corn, and broth.
4. Bring to a simmer and cook 15–20 minutes.
5. Lower heat; stir in cream.
6. Add cheese gradually, stirring until melted and smooth.
7. Taste and adjust seasoning.

Toppings (highly encouraged)

• Sour cream or Greek yogurt
• Avocado slices
• Green onions
• Jalapeños
• Cilantro

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🔥 Variations

Low-Carb / Diabetic-Friendly

• Skip corn & beans
• Add cauliflower rice or zucchini
• Use heavy cream + sharp cheddar
  Still cheesy, fewer carbs.

Slow Cooker

• Brown meat first
• Add everything except cheese & cream
• Cook LOW 6–7 hrs
• Stir in cheese + cream at the end