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    Creamy Taco Soup

    Published: Oct 13, 2022 / Updated: Oct 13, 2022 / 226 Comments

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    This 30-minute taco soup recipe is loaded with ground beef, flavorful taco spices, corn, beans, and has a completely irresistible creamy broth! It's quick and easy to make.

    If you like these flavors, you may also enjoy my Easy Chicken Taco Soup or Simple Taco Seasoning Recipe next.

    a bowl of creamy taco soup with a spoon

    Why you'll love it

    This creamy beef taco soup comes together easily and there isn't too much preparation needed, making it great for busy weeknights. Everyone can choose their own toppings, so it's sure to be a hit in your family. You get all the best taco vibes! I know there are a LOT of versions out there, but I think you'll like my taco soup recipe with a creamy twist the best.

    This is easily my favorite taco soup recipe that I've made so far. Adding cream cheese to soup gives the perfect amount of tanginess and creaminess! As the air begins to get a chill, I find myself turning to this soup for taco night instead of actual tacos. It's just so warming and cozy for soup season.

    What you'll need

    • Ground beef - I like to use at least 90% lean
    • Red bell pepper - it adds a touch of veggie sweetness
    • Rotel tomatoes - grab a can of these tomatoes with mild green chilies
    • Chicken broth - to start the base of the soup off right
    • Seasoning - my homemade taco seasoning blend for this soup has garlic powder, onion powder, ground cumin, smoked paprika, and chili powder
    • Corn and black beans - I keep cans of them in my pantry at all times for this soup since they're so convenient
    • Cream cheese - for that creamy, luscious quality. Philadelphia is my go-to. I suggest taking the cream cheese out of the fridge to let it soften up ASAP. It takes a lot longer for it to incorporate into the soup when it goes in cold.
    ingredients for taco soup on a countertop

    Taco soup toppings

    • For an irresistible crunch, try tortilla strips or chips.
    • Some of my go-to fresh toppings include diced avocado, scallions, chopped cilantro, and a squeeze of fresh lime juice.
    • You can't go wrong with cheese. Cheddar or a Tex-Mex blend is my recommendation!

    How to make taco soup

    This is an overview with step-by-step photos. Full ingredients & instructions are in the recipe card below.

    cooking ground beef in a soup pot and adding in corn, broth, and beans

    Brown the beef in a large soup pot. Drain the excess fat if there's any. Add all the ingredients apart from the cream cheese and salt & pepper. Bring it to a boil, and then simmer gently. Prep your toppings.

    adding cream cheese to a pot of creamy taco soup

    Cut the cream cheese into smaller pieces and add it into the soup. Stir it in until completely melted. Season with salt & pepper, portion it out, and add the toppings!

    Substitutions and variations

    • This soup isn't spicy if you use mild Rotel tomatoes with green chilies. You can buy the spicy kind or add some cayenne pepper if you want to make this a spicy taco soup, though.
    • Our kitchen recommends trying the homemade seasoning blend, but you could swap out a packet of premade taco seasoning in a pinch. Just keep in mind those normally already contain salt.
    • You can use beef broth if that's all you've got, but the soup will turn out a darker color. Low-sodium broth is fine as well.
    • If using regular diced tomatoes rather than Rotel, I suggest adding a can of diced green chilies to the soup because they add a ton of flavor. You can buy mild ones if you don't like spice.

    What to serve with creamy taco soup

    • Along with all the suggested toppings above, it's a complete meal on its own! A dinner roll or a slice of crusty bread would be a welcome addition, though.
    • If you're making it for taco night, you can't go wrong with chips and Homemade Guacamole for the table.
    • Craving soup and salad? Try mixed greens with my Chipotle Cilantro Lime Ranch Dressing, or make this delicious Black Bean Corn Avocado Salad with Rice.

    Leftovers and storage

    • Any leftovers will keep in the fridge for 3-4 days in the fridge in an airtight container.
    • Warm them up in a pot over a low heat and slowly, giving it a stir every so often.
    • This isn't a soup that freezes great because of the cream cheese. It can get grainy when reheated. If you do want to make it ahead and freeze it, I suggest adding the cream cheese after it's thawed.

    Try these next

    • Easy Taco Casserole
    • Taco Stuffed Shells
    • Easy Beef Taco Salad
    • Super Easy Ground Beef Tacos
    • Crockpot Taco Soup
    a ladle of creamy taco soup

    Will you give this simple taco soup recipe a try? Questions? Ask me in the comments below, and I'd love it if you left a review! You can also tag me #saltandlavender on Instagram.

    a bowl of creamy taco soup with a spoon

    Creamy Taco Soup

    This 30-minute taco soup recipe is loaded with ground beef, flavorful taco spices, corn, beans, and has a completely irresistible creamy broth! It's quick and easy to make.
    4.98 from 69 votes
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    Prep Time 5 mins
    Cook Time 25 mins
    Total Time 30 mins
    Course Soup
    Cuisine American
    Servings 6
    Calories 370 kcal
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    Ingredients
     

    • 1 pound lean ground beef
    • 1/2 red bell pepper chopped
    • 2 (10 fluid ounce) cans Ro-tel diced tomatoes & green chilies with juices
    • 4 cups chicken broth
    • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
    • 1 teaspoon onion powder
    • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
    • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
    • 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
    • 1 (12 fluid ounce) can corn drained
    • 1 (15 fluid ounce) can black beans drained & rinsed
    • 1 (8 ounce) block of cream cheese (I used Philly)
    • Salt & pepper to taste
    • Toppings (optional): grated cheddar, avocado, cilantro, tortilla strips, etc.

    Instructions
     

    • Take the cream cheese out of the fridge an hour or more prior to starting the recipe to let it soften up, or microwave it for 20-30 seconds.
    • Add the ground beef to a large soup pot over medium-high heat. Brown the beef, and if there's excess fat, spoon most of it out.
    • Add all the ingredients to the pot except for the cream cheese and salt & pepper.
    • Increase the heat to high and bring the soup to a boil. Turn down the heat so it's simmering gently for 8 minutes. While the soup cooks, prep your toppings.
    • Cut the cream cheese into smaller pieces and add it to the soup. Let it melt in (you may have to stir it a fair bit until it's fully dissolved). Season the soup with salt & pepper and serve with toppings as desired.

    Notes

    • You can use beef broth instead of chicken broth if you don't mind the soup being a darker color. If you have any concerns with salt, use low-salt broth.
    • If you want to make this soup spicy, add 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne pepper.
    • If you're not using Rotel diced tomatoes, you can use regular ones, but I suggest adding a can or two of diced green chilies as well (the 4 oz. size ones) since it really makes a difference in the way the soup tastes. 
    • Nutritional information is provided as a courtesy only and should be construed as an estimate rather than a guarantee. Ingredients can vary and Salt & Lavender makes no guarantees to the accuracy of this information.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 370kcalCarbohydrates: 26gProtein: 26gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 9gCholesterol: 88mgSodium: 1131mgPotassium: 933mgFiber: 6gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 980IUVitamin C: 23mgCalcium: 113mgIron: 5mg
    Keyword beef taco soup, creamy taco soup, taco soup
    Author Natasha Bull

    This recipe was originally published on September 24, 2019. It's been updated with new photos and better instructions but is the same great recipe!

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    1. Vicky says

      January 12, 2023 at 5:03 PM

      5 stars
      Definitely 5 star! So glad I doubled this recipe. I followed the recipe to a T. I did learn by mistake that there is a technique for adding cream cheese to a hot dish as mine did not completely blend in and melt. Apparently you can heat an empty glass bowl in the microwave and the place the cream cheese in the bowl for a few minutes to start the melting process. I had left the cream cheese on the counter for a few hours prior to adding to the soup but apparently this was not enough. Despite not totally melting, this is still a delicious soup!!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 12, 2023 at 5:19 PM

        Thanks so much!! I am glad you liked it! Yes, microwaving the cream cheese is definitely a good thing to do... especially in winter when the counters are fairly cool.

        Reply
    2. Taylor says

      January 2, 2023 at 6:55 AM

      5 stars
      I doubled the recipe for a NYD party, and it was a hit! I used 2 cans of original Rotel and 2 cans of mild Rotel. I also used half chicken broth & half beef broth, but I would suggest decreasing the liquid by 1 cup (or 2 cups if doubling) for a slightly thicker soup. Delicious, and I’ll make again!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 2, 2023 at 12:40 PM

        Fantastic! Glad you enjoyed it, Taylor! Thanks for your 5-star review!

        Reply
    3. Angel Kelley says

      December 8, 2022 at 11:05 PM

      Could you make this in a crockpot instead of a stove top?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        December 9, 2022 at 7:23 AM

        You could, but you'd still need to brown the beef in a skillet first, and then you'd need to add the cream cheese in during the last 30-60 minutes or so of cooking. IMO, it's probably just less work to make it in a pot on the stove.

        Reply
    4. Kim Hiller says

      November 18, 2022 at 6:58 AM

      5 stars
      I made this last night. The only thing I did different was double the recipe. It was delicious, very flavorful. I also made homemade tortilla strips to put in it. Thank you for the recipe, will be making this again and again.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 18, 2022 at 10:21 AM

        Yay!! You're very welcome, Kim! Thanks for your review! 🙂

        Reply
    5. Michelle says

      November 14, 2022 at 12:29 PM

      5 stars
      Delicious, flavorful soup! I made a big pot of it for lunches for the week. I followed the recipe exactly and it was perfectly seasoned! The perfect, filling meal for a chilly day!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 14, 2022 at 12:53 PM

        Yay!! 😀 Glad you like it, Michelle! Appreciate your review!

        Reply
    6. Aly says

      November 7, 2022 at 7:24 PM

      4 stars
      Used this recipe as a base but changed a lot. Chopped fresh garlic onion, zucchini, and jalepeno, salsa in place of some of the rotel, way more spices including some of a taco seasoning packet, thickened with cornstarch, and added lime juice. Turned out awesome! Not sure there’d be enough flavor for my liking if I’d stuck with the recipe as is.

      Reply
    7. Deborah Blackburn says

      November 4, 2022 at 6:30 PM

      5 stars
      You did it again Natasha!!! Loved this recipe. I did add a bit more ground beef than stated. We thought the flavor of the broth was exceptional!!!!! Another recipe for my Salt and Lavender binder!

      Reply
      • Miranda @ Salt & Lavender says

        November 4, 2022 at 6:35 PM

        Aw that's wonderful to hear!! It's one of our favorites too. Thank you so much for following along! 🙂

        Reply
    8. Amanda says

      November 4, 2022 at 10:30 AM

      What is a serving size?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 4, 2022 at 10:46 AM

        1/6 of the recipe. What that works out to in oz/ml/etc. I have no idea as I am not a trained nutritionist and don't feel comfortable making calculations beyond that - sorry!

        Reply
      • Rose says

        November 7, 2022 at 5:50 PM

        5 stars
        Made this tonight and it was so delicious! Added a bit of heavy cream and a little more of the spice mix and it was so good! Doubled up the recipe and taking it into work tomorrow. I added some chipotle tobacco on top of my soup when serving and it was perfect! Thank you!

        Reply
        • Miranda @ Salt & Lavender says

          November 7, 2022 at 6:48 PM

          You're welcome, Rose! So happy it was a hit!

          Reply
    9. Michelle Ficklin says

      November 3, 2022 at 6:30 PM

      Is this better to make a day ahead so the favors “marry”, or is it just as good made the day of? Sounds delicious! (Am going to a soup exchange party and I think I want to make this to bring!)

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        November 3, 2022 at 6:56 PM

        I certainly like it on the day of, but there's definitely no harm in making it a day ahead. I'd just make sure to reheat on a fairly low heat. 🙂

        Reply
    10. Brenda says

      October 30, 2022 at 4:22 PM

      5 stars
      My cream cheese was previously frozen and thawed. When added some melted and some were little white specks.

      Reply
      • Linda moore says

        November 13, 2022 at 11:09 AM

        I found that putting the cream cheese in the microwave for 15-30 seconds then mixing a little bit of heavy whipping cream together in a bowl then adding to the soup is a breeze! No little pieces of cream cheese!

        Reply
    11. Casey P says

      October 28, 2022 at 2:14 PM

      5 stars
      Can’t wait to make this soup! Looks and sounds delicious! Is this a soup that could be made in the slow cooker? Thanks again for the recipe! 🙂

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 28, 2022 at 2:52 PM

        Hi! I haven't tested it. I'd probably still recommend browning the beef in a skillet. Then add in the cream cheese in the last 30 min or so of cooking if you go that route. Let me know if you try!

        Reply
    12. Nichole M says

      October 25, 2022 at 3:59 PM

      So good! This 100% lifted my spirits after not feeling well. Definitely adding this to our meal rotation! cream cheese was a great add!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 25, 2022 at 4:09 PM

        That's so nice to hear, Nichole! Glad you're feeling better! 🙂

        Reply
    13. Juana says

      October 23, 2022 at 6:29 PM

      5 stars
      Was simple to make and it has a nice kick to it. First time making taco soup.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 23, 2022 at 6:37 PM

        I'm so happy you enjoyed it, Juana! Thanks for your review!

        Reply
    14. Chef Mimi says

      October 16, 2022 at 5:21 PM

      Nice! I always like to see what people do for their taco/enchilada soup. I really love the cream cheese addition!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 16, 2022 at 5:28 PM

        Hope you enjoy it, Mimi!

        Reply
    15. Belinda Butterworth says

      October 2, 2022 at 11:42 AM

      5 stars
      So easy and feeds a crowd! Perfect for a fall day. I added fresh garden jalapeños and some ranch seasoning. Everyone loved it! I love soup year around so this definitely is going on the menu often. Thanks for the recipe 😋

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 2, 2022 at 12:40 PM

        Fantastic!! Love those additions, Belinda!

        Reply
    16. Hannah says

      September 29, 2022 at 8:08 PM

      5 stars
      Omg so good!! I added a small can of enchilada sauce and some pickled jalapeños with juice. And it was so easyy! Excellent for a weeknight dinner

      Reply
      • Miranda @ Salt & Lavender says

        September 29, 2022 at 9:38 PM

        That's great to hear, Hannah! So glad you found it easy to make. 🙂

        Reply
    17. Carol says

      September 4, 2022 at 2:52 PM

      5 stars
      When cream cheese & lil cream is added to soup/chili you will love the creamy flavor! Also, I use can of Swansons Chicken Breast chicken chili. Pinterest has great recipes using can breast
      chicken. I did a research of using
      canned foods & can chicken has more
      vitamins & is quite healthy!!

      Reply
    18. Thalia says

      August 7, 2022 at 6:08 PM

      5 stars
      Made this soup tonight and it was excellent! I am a vegetarian so I used vegetable broth instead and I used the beyond meat ground! I browned the “meat” and left it aside and added at the end. Also totally forgot to use salt and pepper but it was well seasoned on its own!
      This is my new favourite soup!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 7, 2022 at 9:53 PM

        I'm so glad you were able to tweak it! 🙂 Thanks for your review!

        Reply
    19. Shannon says

      June 14, 2022 at 8:17 AM

      Can you freeze this? If so for how long? It sounds delish!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        June 14, 2022 at 11:41 AM

        Hi! So, anything with cream/dairy can change texture a bit when thawed, but it'll still taste fine. I will often eat stuff that's been in my freezer for like a year lol, but 3-6 months is best to ensure it's fresher.

        Reply
        • Shannon says

          June 15, 2022 at 11:01 AM

          Awesome thank you!

          Reply
    20. danielle says

      May 9, 2022 at 2:32 PM

      Very very delicious! I’m glad I went with this taco soup recipe! The only two things I did different was:
      1- cooked in slow cooker high for 4 hrs. ( browned beef on stove first)
      2- used a taco seasoning pouch instead of all the other spices listed (because it was faster and I have two young kids running around 😅)

      The cream cheese definitely makes this soup! Yum!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 9, 2022 at 3:39 PM

        I'm so glad you enjoyed it!! 🙂 Thanks so much for your detailed review, Danielle!

        Reply
    21. Kim says

      May 5, 2022 at 11:51 AM

      5 stars
      This was so delicious! I did add onions when I was browning the beef. Two of us ate the whole serving in two days! We will for sure make this again!!! Thank you for sharing the recipe, it was so easy to make!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        May 5, 2022 at 11:56 AM

        I'm so happy to hear that, Kim!! 😀 You're very welcome!

        Reply
    22. Angie M says

      April 15, 2022 at 1:17 PM

      5 stars
      Loved the recipe. I loved it a whole lot more without the cream cheese. Thank you for a new favorite!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 15, 2022 at 2:23 PM

        I'm so glad you enjoyed it!!

        Reply
    23. Christy says

      April 9, 2022 at 8:57 PM

      5 stars
      Wow! Picky husband said it's the best soup I've ever made. Which is saying something. This was fantastic!!! And talk about easy?! Thank you so much!!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 9, 2022 at 9:44 PM

        That's so awesome!!! 😀

        Reply
    24. D.Mayfield says

      February 22, 2022 at 8:14 PM

      5 stars
      Well, it was delicious! My family likes a lot of liquid in our soups, so I pretty near doubled the liquids and the spices. We added the cream cheese to the whole thing as we knew that we would be eating it all in a few day, which we did. It was sad to see the empty pot.....Thanks for sharing another great recipe! And I am making your Chicken Chili recipe that you just posted on Facebook. It is sure to be another winner!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 22, 2022 at 9:03 PM

        I'm so happy you all enjoyed it!! Appreciate your detailed review. 🙂

        Reply
    25. Liz says

      February 14, 2022 at 8:01 AM

      5 stars
      Easy, quick, and so delicious!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 14, 2022 at 12:13 PM

        So glad you liked it, Liz!

        Reply
    26. Angie D. says

      February 13, 2022 at 6:53 PM

      5 stars
      Omg! Definitely a top 10 in my family! Absolutely delicious recipe🙌

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 13, 2022 at 7:10 PM

        Wonderful!! 🙂 So pleased to hear it, Angie!

        Reply
    27. Rich Driscoll says

      February 8, 2022 at 3:33 PM

      why is it that I cant get the recipe unless I down load another app

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 8, 2022 at 4:53 PM

        I don't know what you mean? You had to scroll right past the recipe to write this comment.

        Reply
    28. Brandy says

      February 6, 2022 at 9:05 PM

      Is the nutrition info for the whole pot?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 6, 2022 at 9:13 PM

        No. It's for 1 of 6 servings.

        Reply
    29. Susan Bisterfeldt says

      January 24, 2022 at 7:39 PM

      This soup was amazing! Adding cilantro, co-jack, avocado and tortilla strips took it over the top. Can't wait to eat it for lunch tomorrow!

      Reply
      • Miranda @ Salt & Lavender says

        January 24, 2022 at 8:56 PM

        Excellent!! So happy you liked it. Your toppings sound great!

        Reply
    30. Z says

      January 23, 2022 at 7:22 PM

      Is it okay to swap out the chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, smoked paprika, and onion powder for an envelope of taco seasoning?

      Reply
      • Miranda @ Salt & Lavender says

        January 23, 2022 at 8:17 PM

        We haven't tested it, but you're welcome to try! It might be a different flavor profile depending what seasonings are in the package. Just note that packaged seasoning probably already contains salt. Enjoy 🙂

        Reply
        • Z says

          January 24, 2022 at 12:54 PM

          5 stars
          Thank you so much for responding. I decided to nix the taco seasoning based on your response, and follow the recipe as listed above and it was the best taco soup I have ever made!! I have tried several other taco soup variations and recipes and this one is by far the most flavorful and fabulous. I have a feeling that this will be a fan favorite among my five children. The addition of cream cheese just takes it a notch above the rest. Thank you so much for sharing this recipe 😊

          Reply
          • Miranda @ Salt & Lavender says

            January 24, 2022 at 2:41 PM

            You're very welcome. That's so wonderful to hear!! Thank you for the kind review, and we're so happy you enjoyed it 🙂

            Reply
    31. sharon meinert says

      January 16, 2022 at 12:21 PM

      5 stars
      This has become my go to Creamy Taco Soup Recipe! We absolutely love. For health reasons I have swapped out ground beef and use ground turkey. It is delicious! so glad I found this recipe!

      Reply
      • Miranda @ Salt & Lavender says

        January 16, 2022 at 6:31 PM

        That's great to hear!! Thrilled you enjoy the soup 🙂

        Reply
    32. Margie says

      January 7, 2022 at 7:27 PM

      5 stars
      This is awesome I will be making it again

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 7, 2022 at 7:30 PM

        Fantastic!! 🙂 Thanks for your review!

        Reply
    33. Laura says

      January 5, 2022 at 6:48 PM

      I made this tonight and served it with some warm tortilla chips. My family is loving it!! Thanks for the recipe♥️

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 5, 2022 at 7:04 PM

        Fantastic!! You're very welcome. Appreciate your review, Laura!

        Reply
    34. Jessica says

      October 28, 2021 at 4:24 PM

      Made this for dinner tonight be even my picky daughter likes it! Delicious 😋

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 28, 2021 at 4:28 PM

        Fantastic!! 😀

        Reply
    35. Shawn vickers says

      October 22, 2021 at 3:01 PM

      Fixing to try that recipe see what it tastes like

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        October 22, 2021 at 3:38 PM

        Enjoy!!

        Reply
    36. Dina says

      August 18, 2021 at 9:11 PM

      What is the serving size? I see the nutritional info but not serving size. Thanks!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        August 19, 2021 at 7:23 AM

        Hi Dina! It's 1/6 of the recipe. I know this isn't exactly precise, but it's the best that my recipe card's built-in nutrition calculator will do (I am not a trained nutritionist and do not feel comfortable doing any calculations beyond that). It's just meant to give you a rough idea, so you can decide whether to make the recipe or not, and if you need more precise figures, it's best to weight the ingredients yourself. Hope you enjoy the recipe if you decide to try it! 🙂

        Reply
    37. Kenya says

      April 6, 2021 at 6:12 AM

      I made a vegetarian version of this. Swapped out the beef for extra firm tofu and the cream cheese for homemade cashew cream. It was absolutely delicious!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        April 6, 2021 at 8:14 AM

        That's awesome!! So glad you were able to adapt it. 🙂

        Reply
    38. Sarah says

      March 28, 2021 at 8:24 PM

      5 stars
      Delish. I just made this and am eating it right now. It’s so good! The only thing I was confused about was the draining of the meat. I ended up needing to put oil in the pan for the beef but didn’t have anything to drain (maybe cause I got 15% fat? I dont know?)but it tastes good that way.
      I maybe should have waited a bit before adding the cheese in, I think there’s ways to have it melt in more gradually to avoid the tiny clumps.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 28, 2021 at 8:29 PM

        Hi Sarah!! I'm so glad you liked it. I'll update the recipe instructions to be more clear re: draining the beef. Yes, if the beef was lean enough, you don't have to drain it. Your cream cheese may have been a bit cold, so that can make it take a bit longer to dissolve in.

        Reply
    39. Rosemary says

      March 2, 2021 at 8:21 AM

      This looks amazing! I found your recipe from Julia Pacheco’s YouTube channel. I was wondering if I can season the beef with a packet of taco seasoning. I have a lot of those lying around! Thank you!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        March 2, 2021 at 10:07 AM

        Sure, that's fine! 🙂

        Reply
    40. Teresa says

      February 16, 2021 at 9:27 AM

      Delicious!! Made on a cold, cold day! Love your recipe!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 16, 2021 at 9:39 AM

        Thank you!!! I'm thrilled to hear that, Teresa! 🙂

        Reply
    41. Claire says

      February 11, 2021 at 3:44 PM

      5 stars
      Perfection especially on a cold day! Wouldn’t change a thing!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        February 11, 2021 at 4:00 PM

        Fabulous! Thank you 🙂

        Reply
    42. Tammy says

      January 31, 2021 at 2:16 PM

      I love making taco soup! I use roasted tomatoes and roasted corn to pop the flavor. Instead of cream cheese, I use a can of nacho cheese, or jar of queso cheese. Yum!!!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 31, 2021 at 2:18 PM

        Delish!

        Reply
    43. Leah says

      January 26, 2021 at 7:23 PM

      5 stars
      Excellent soup and very easy to throw together!! I dont eat dairy so I used Kite Hill dairy free cream cheese and it worked great! Thanks for the yummy recipe.

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 27, 2021 at 8:51 AM

        Thanks for the tip!! So glad it worked out. XO

        Reply
    44. Star says

      January 19, 2021 at 8:49 PM

      Looking forward to making this recipe tomorrow. Are the nutritional facts at the end of the recipe for all 6 servings or is that per serving?

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 20, 2021 at 10:39 AM

        It's for one serving (1/6 of the recipe). Hope you enjoy the soup!

        Reply
    45. Sandra Hilburn says

      January 10, 2021 at 3:39 PM

      5 stars
      My family absolutely loved this recipe! Cannot wait to make it again!!

      Reply
      • Natasha says

        January 10, 2021 at 4:16 PM

        Fab! Thanks for letting me know!

        Reply
    46. Nathaniel says

      January 7, 2021 at 1:18 PM

      5 stars
      Made this recipe with ground venison w/ 20% bacon fat instead of the ground beef. Also added the 1/2 teaspoon of cayenne for extra kick. Ended up pressure canning it into pint jars for quick and easy single serve lunches. Let me tell ya. DELICIOUS. Will be using this recipe for canning taco soup in the future.

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      • Natasha says

        January 7, 2021 at 5:17 PM

        Ooh that sounds great with venison!!

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    47. Andrea says

      January 6, 2021 at 1:34 PM

      This recipe makes 6 servings. How much is a serving?

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      • Natasha says

        January 6, 2021 at 2:24 PM

        Hi! A serving is 1/6 of the recipe. As to what that is in oz/ml/etc. I do not know.

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      • Nathaniel says

        January 8, 2021 at 1:56 PM

        I pressure canned this recipe and it yielded exactly 6 pints. So, if the recipe says 6 servings, then each serving would be 1 pint.

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    48. Yana says

      January 5, 2021 at 4:36 PM

      5 stars
      This was a very quick, easy, and delicious soup. 😋

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      • Natasha says

        January 5, 2021 at 9:08 PM

        Thank you! SO glad you liked it!

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    49. Lee Ann Smith says

      January 2, 2021 at 6:44 PM

      This was so good! I made as written and added 1/2 of a zucchini chopped up that I needed to use. It was a good addition I think and would do that again. However, with or without my added zucchini this will be my new taco soup recipe! Well done.

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      • Natasha says

        January 2, 2021 at 6:59 PM

        I'm so glad to hear that, Lee Ann! 😀 Thanks for commenting.

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    50. Cindy says

      December 11, 2020 at 10:32 AM

      5 stars
      Really enjoyed this! I added extra liquid beforehand, knowing that often times these cream cheese things end up pasty and thick. Avoid that temptation. 🙂 There is NO need to add extra liquid, it would cook up perfectly as written. Appreciated that it's a stove top recipe. A keeper. Thank you!

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      • Natasha says

        December 11, 2020 at 10:46 AM

        Yes, that can definitely happen!! I'm so glad that it worked out for you! 🙂

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      • Allie says

        November 15, 2022 at 9:06 AM

        Have you made this in a crockpot?

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