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Cheesy Taco Soup is an easy, creamy soup made with seasoned ground beef, tomatoes, corn, and plenty of cheese. This hearty taco soup is perfect for an easy weeknight dinner.
If you love taco night and cozy soup recipes, this Cheesy Taco Soup brings the best of both together in one easy dinner. It’s loaded with seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and plenty of cheesy flavor for a hearty meal the entire family can enjoy.
My classic Taco Soup recipe has been so popular with my readers and is one of my favorite recipes. I thought I would make another version, but this time loaded with cheese. I mean you can’t go wrong with cheese.
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
One-pot comfort food – This Cheesy Taco Soup is hearty, creamy, and packed with classic taco flavor.
Simple ingredients, filling meal – Ground beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and cheese make it a complete dinner with easy pantry prep.
Customizable for the family – Add your favorite taco toppings so everyone can build their own bowl, perfect for busy weeknights.
Ingredient Notes:
- Ground Beef – Ground beef makes this taco soup hearty and filling. I like using lean ground beef and draining any excess grease before adding the remaining ingredients.
- Corn – Canned, frozen, or fresh corn will all work in this recipe. Drain canned corn before adding it.
- Salsa – Use your favorite brand or add my Homemade Salsa.
- Rotel – Diced tomatoes with green chilies add extra flavor and a little heat. Use mild Rotel if you’re serving kids or prefer less spice.
- Taco Seasoning – Use your favorite brand or my Homemade Taco Seasoning.
- Cheese Whiz – This is what makes the soup extra creamy and cheesy. Cheez Whiz melts easily into the broth, so you get a smooth cheese flavor throughout the entire soup without needing cream cheese or a homemade cheese sauce.
- Beef Broth – The broth creates the base of the soup and balances the thicker Cheez Whiz.
Directions:
Step One – In a large pot cook ground beef, crumbling and stir occasionally until browned. Drain fat and return to stovetop.
Step Two – Add corn, salsa, Rotel, taco seasoning, dry ranch mix and mix together well. Add cheese whiz and mix until melted and well combined.
Recipe Tip
Keep the heat low once you add the cheese, this helps the soup stay smooth and creamy.
Step Three – Pour in beef broth and allow to simmer on medium/low for 30-40 minutes.
Optional: Serve topped with fresh cilantro.
What to Serve With Cheesy Taco Soup
This hearty soup doesn’t need much on the side. I especially love serving it with something crunchy for dipping.
- Tortilla chips
- Cornbread
- Mexican Rice
- Avocado
Tips for the Best Cheesy Taco Soup
- Choose your Rotel – Mild works for a family-friendly version, while hot adds more spice.
- Start with less broth and add more as needed – It’s easier to thin a thick soup than to fix one that’s too watery.
- Serve with tortilla chips – Use them for dipping or crush them right over the top for extra crunch.
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Cheesy Taco Soup
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 15 oz corn, (canned)
- 2 cups salsa
- 10 oz rotel
- 1 oz taco seasoning
- 15 oz cheese whiz
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- In a large pot cook ground beef, crumbling and stir occasionally until browned. Drain fat and return to stovetop.
- Add corn, salsa, Rotel, ranch and taco seasoning, dry ranch mix and mix together well. Add cheese whiz and mix until melted and well combined.
- Pour in beef broth and allow to simmer on medium/low for 30-40 minutes. Optional: serve topped with fresh cilantro.
Notes
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