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Bowl of creamy beef taco soup topped with cheese and cilantro
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Creamy Beef Taco Soup

Creamy, comforting, and packed with bold taco flavors, this soup is a weeknight winner that comes together in no time.
Prep Time10 minutes
Cook Time20 minutes
Total Time30 minutes
Course: Main
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 6 servings

Equipment

  • Skillet
  • Pressure Cooker

Ingredients

Ingredients

  • 2 lb Ground beef, raw
  • 1 small Onion, diced
  • 1 each Bell pepper, diced any color
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 24 oz Beef broth
  • 28 oz Diced tomatoes, undrained
  • 4 oz Salsa any variety you prefer
  • 2 packets Taco seasoning
  • 4 oz Cream cheese, softened to room temperature
  • 1 cup Heavy cream chilled or room temperature
  • 2 cups Cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

  • Heat a large skillet or the sauté function on your pressure cooker over medium heat. Add the ground beef, diced onion, and diced bell pepper. Cook, breaking the beef into crumbles, until the meat is fully browned and the vegetables are softened, about 7 to 10 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  • Stir in the minced garlic and cook for 30 seconds until fragrant. Add the beef broth, undrained diced tomatoes, salsa, and the taco seasoning packets. Stir well to combine, scraping up any browned bits from the bottom of the pot.
  • If using a pressure cooker or Instant Pot, seal the lid and set to High pressure for 2 minutes. Once the cooking cycle is complete, allow the pressure to release naturally for several minutes before performing a quick release if needed. If you’re not using a pressure cooker, simmer the mixture uncovered on low for 10 minutes to blend flavors.
  • Reduce heat to low. Slowly add the softened cream cheese, heavy cream, and shredded cheddar to the pot in small handfuls, stirring continuously until all cheeses are melted and the soup is smooth and creamy. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if necessary.
  • Serve the soup hot, garnishing with your favorite taco toppings such as sour cream, sliced avocado, chopped cilantro, diced tomatoes, sliced green onions, or crunchy tortilla strips.

Notes

For a spicier kick, use a hot salsa or add a pinch of cayenne or chipotle powder when adding the taco seasoning.