Beef Taco Soup

This hearty Beef Taco Soup is packed with flavor and easy to make, perfect for a comforting meal. Whether you use an Instant Pot or a Crockpot, it’s sure to satisfy.

Ingredients

• 2 lbs ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 24 oz beef broth
• 28 oz diced or crushed tomatoes
• 2 taco seasoning packets
• 4 oz salsa
• 4 oz cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded

Instructions

Using an Instant Pot

1. Sauté: In the Instant Pot, sauté ground beef, onion, and bell pepper over medium heat until the meat is browned and the vegetables are tender.
2. Add Ingredients: Stir in garlic, beef broth, tomatoes, salsa, and taco seasoning.
3. Pressure Cook: Set the Instant Pot to High Pressure for 2 minutes. Once the cooking cycle completes, allow the pressure to release naturally.
4. Add Cream and Cheese: Slowly stir in softened cream cheese, heavy cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Continue stirring until the cheeses are melted and the soup is well blended.
5. Serve: Garnish with your favorite taco toppings and serve warm.

Using a Crockpot

1. Brown Beef: Brown the ground beef, onion, and bell pepper in a skillet over medium heat, then transfer to the Crockpot.
2. Add Ingredients: Add garlic, beef broth, tomatoes, salsa, and taco seasoning to the Crockpot.
3. Cook: Cover and cook on Low for 6-8 hours or on High for 3-4 hours.
4. Finish: About 30 minutes before serving, stir in softened cream cheese, heavy cream, and shredded cheddar cheese. Continue cooking until the cheeses are melted and the soup is blended.
5. Serve: Garnish with your favorite taco toppings and enjoy!

Tips

• Toppings: Consider garnishing with chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, sour cream, or avocado for added flavor.
• Adjusting Spice: If you like it spicier, add extra salsa or a pinch of cayenne pepper.

Enjoy this rich and creamy taco soup with your favorite taco toppings for a delightful meal!