Description
A creamy, hearty soup packed with protein and vibrant flavors, perfect for a cozy meal.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, diced
- 2 garlic cloves, minced
- 4 cups beef broth
- 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes (with juice)
- 1 (15-ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
- 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 cup diced potatoes (peeled or unpeeled)
- 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
- 1 teaspoon chili powder
- ½ teaspoon ground cumin
- Salt and black pepper, to taste
- 1 cup heavy cream or half-and-half
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
- Sliced green onions
- Extra shredded cheese
- Crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
- In a large pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat, breaking it up as it cooks. Drain excess fat.
- Add the diced onion and minced garlic to the pot and sauté until they are softened and fragrant.
- Stir in the beef broth, diced tomatoes (with juice), corn, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and potatoes. Mix well.
- Season the mixture with smoked paprika, chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 20 minutes, or until the potatoes are tender.
- Gradually stir in the heavy cream or half-and-half. Allow the soup to warm through and meld the flavors.
- Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onions, and crushed tortilla chips for added crunch.
Notes
To enhance the flavor, add a splash of lime juice before serving.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 bowl
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 6g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 12g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 80mg