Description
A rich and comforting Ground Beef Enchilada Soup featuring seasoned ground beef, creamy cream cheese, enchilada sauce, and a mix of flavorful vegetables, simmered to perfection and topped with classic garnishes like tortilla chips, shredded cheese, and sour cream for a delicious Mexican-inspired meal.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Oil
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 tablespoon olive oil
Soup Base
- 2 cups beef broth
- 1 10 oz can enchilada sauce
- 4 oz cream cheese, cubed
- 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 yellow onion, chopped
- 1 bell pepper, chopped
- 1 cup frozen corn
- 2 tablespoons taco seasoning
Toppings
- Broken tortilla chips or strips
- Sour cream
- Shredded cheese (Mexican blend or cheddar)
- Lime wedges (optional)
- Chopped cilantro
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain any excess fat to keep the soup from becoming greasy.
- Prepare the Soup Base: To the pot with beef, add chopped onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic. Cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables soften and become fragrant, building the foundation for the soup’s flavor.
- Add Seasonings and Liquids: Stir in the taco seasoning, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and beef broth. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer to allow flavors to meld.
- Incorporate Cream Cheese and Enchilada Sauce: Add cubed cream cheese and enchilada sauce to the pot. Stir thoroughly until the cream cheese melts fully, creating a creamy and rich soup base.
- Simmer with Corn: Add the frozen corn and let the soup simmer for an additional 10-15 minutes. This helps develop the flavors and heats the corn through without overcooking.
- Serve and Garnish: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with broken tortilla chips or strips, shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of lime juice if desired for a fresh, vibrant finish.
Notes
- Use lean ground beef to reduce excess fat.
- Adjust taco seasoning amount to taste or based on spice preference.
- For a spicier kick, add chopped jalapeños or hot sauce.
- Leftover soup stores well in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
- Can be made ahead and reheated gently on stovetop.
- Optional toppings like avocado slices or chopped green onions add extra flavor and texture.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Mexican
