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Hearty Ground Beef Enchilada Soup

Hearty Ground Beef Enchilada Soup for Cozy Family Dinners

This Hearty Ground Beef Enchilada Soup combines spices and savory beef for a comforting weeknight meal.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 350
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 pound Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey for a leaner option.
  • 2 tablespoons Olive Oil Can substitute with vegetable oil.
  • 4 cups Beef Broth Chicken or vegetable broth can be used.
  • 1 cup Enchilada Sauce Choose mild or spicy based on preference.
  • 4 ounces Cream Cheese Can swap with sour cream or Greek yogurt.
  • 1 can Diced Tomatoes and Green Chilies Fire-roasted tomatoes can be used for smokiness.
  • 3 cloves Minced Garlic Fresh or garlic powder can be used.
  • 1 medium Yellow Onion Can use white or red onions.
  • 1 medium Bell Pepper Any color works, or can be omitted.
  • 1 cup Frozen Corn Fresh corn is a seasonal substitute.
  • 1 packet Taco Seasoning Store-bought or homemade can be used.

Equipment

  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1 pound of ground beef to the pot, cooking undisturbed for 3 minutes, then stir occasionally until browned.
  3. Introduce 1 chopped yellow onion and 1 chopped bell pepper, sautéing for 3-4 minutes until softened.
  4. Stir in 3 cloves of minced garlic and 1 packet of taco seasoning, cooking for an additional 30 seconds.
  5. Slowly add 4 cups of beef broth, scraping up any browned bits from the pot.
  6. Add 1 can of diced tomatoes with chilies and 1 cup of enchilada sauce, bringing to a gentle boil.
  7. Reduce heat to low, stir in 4 ounces of cream cheese until fully melted.
  8. Ladle the soup into bowls, garnishing with shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and lime juice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 20gProtein: 25gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 80mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 3gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 600IUVitamin C: 30mgCalcium: 150mgIron: 3mg

Notes

Feel free to customize this soup by adding or substituting ingredients to suit your family’s preferences.

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