Description
This hearty Mexican Tomato Soup combines seasoned ground beef, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and a medley of beans and corn, all simmered slowly in a savory tomato broth. Cream cheese and cheese tortellini add a luscious, creamy texture and a satisfying finish, making it a comforting and flavorful meal perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Scale
Meat and Seasoning
- 1 lb lean ground beef
- 1 (1-oz) package taco seasoning
Vegetables and Beans
- 2 (10-oz) cans Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
- 1 (15-oz) can corn kernels, drained
- 1 (15-oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
Liquids and Broth
- 1 (32-oz) container chicken broth
- 2 (10.5-oz) cans tomato soup
Dairy and Pasta
- 1 (8-oz) container chive and onion cream cheese spread, softened
- 1 (18-oz) package refrigerated cheese tortellini, uncooked
Instructions
- Cook the Ground Beef: In a skillet, cook the lean ground beef over medium-high heat until browned and no longer pink. Drain any excess grease to keep the soup from becoming too oily.
- Add Seasoning and Tomatoes: Stir in the taco seasoning and undrained Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies. Continue cooking over medium heat for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
- Transfer to Slow Cooker: Move the seasoned beef mixture into a slow cooker.
- Add Broth, Tomato Soup, Corn, and Beans: Pour in the chicken broth and tomato soup, then add the drained corn kernels and rinsed black beans. Stir gently to combine.
- Slow Cook the Soup: Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6 to 8 hours, allowing the flavors to develop fully.
- Add Cream Cheese and Tortellini: Stir in the softened chive and onion cream cheese spread and the uncooked cheese tortellini, ensuring they are evenly distributed.
- Cook Tortellini: Cover again and cook on HIGH for 15 to 30 minutes, until the tortellini is tender and cooked through.
Notes
- Drain excess grease from the ground beef to avoid a greasy soup.
- For a spicier soup, use a hot variety of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilies.
- You can substitute store-bought tomato soup with homemade tomato puree and spices for a fresher taste.
- Refrigerated cheese tortellini cooks quickly, but check for doneness as cooking times may vary.
- If desired, garnish with fresh cilantro, shredded cheese, or sour cream for added flavor.
