Enchilada Soup 🌮🍲:
Ingredients 🌮🍲
– 1 pound ground beef or chicken 🥩
– 1 onion, chopped 🧅
– 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
– 1 can (10 oz) red enchilada sauce 🌶️
– 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes 🍅
– 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed 🫘
– 1 cup corn kernels (fresh, frozen, or canned) 🌽
– 1 cup chicken or vegetable broth 💧
– 1 teaspoon ground cumin 🌶️
– 1/2 teaspoon chili powder 🌶️
– 1/2 teaspoon paprika 🌶️
– Salt and pepper to taste 🧂🌶️
– 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese 🧀
– Optional toppings: sour cream, chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, avocado slices 🌿🧅🥑
Preparation 🍳
1. Cook the Meat: In a large pot, cook the ground beef or chicken over medium heat until browned and cooked through. Drain excess fat if necessary. 🥩
2. Sauté Vegetables: Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot. Cook until the onion is softened, about 5 minutes. 🧅🧄
3. Add Ingredients: Stir in the red enchilada sauce, diced tomatoes, black beans, corn, chicken or vegetable broth, ground cumin, chili powder, paprika, salt, and pepper.
4. Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20-25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
5. Add Cheese: Stir in the shredded cheddar cheese until melted and well combined.
6. Serve: Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with optional toppings such as sour cream, chopped cilantro, sliced green onions, or avocado slices. Enjoy your flavorful and hearty Enchilada Soup! 😋
Perfect for a comforting and delicious meal!