A cozy, comforting meal that’s easy to make and delicious, featuring beef, beans, corn, and enchilada sauce.
Prep Time15 minutesmins
Cook Time30 minutesmins
Total Time45 minutesmins
Course: Main
Cuisine: Mexican
Keyword: Easy
Servings: 6servings
Ingredients
Ingredients
2TbspCanola Oil
½cupWhite Onion, diced
2clovesGarlic, minced
1.5lbsGround Beef
2tspCumin
1tspChili Powder
Kosher Salt to taste
Cracked Black Pepper to taste
2TbspTomato Paste
10ozRotel
14.5ozDiced Tomatoes
15ozPinto Beans, drained
15ozCorn, drained
19ozEnchilada Sauce
2CBeef Broth
2TbspCornmeal
2CCheddar Cheese, shredded
3CTortilla Strips
Cilantro for garnish
Instructions
Step 1: In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat 2 tablespoons of canola oil over medium heat. Add the diced white onion and sauté for about 5 minutes, or until translucent. Add minced garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
Step 2: Add 1 ½ pounds of ground beef to the pot. Cook until browned and no longer pink, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if necessary.
Step 3: Sprinkle in 2 teaspoons of cumin, 1 teaspoon of chili powder, kosher salt, and cracked black pepper to taste. Stir well and toast the spices for about 1 minute.
Step 4: Add 2 tablespoons of tomato paste, 10 oz of Rotel, 14.5 oz of diced tomatoes, 15 oz of drained pinto beans, and 15 oz of drained corn. Stir until combined.
Step 5: Pour in 19 oz of enchilada sauce and 2 cups of beef broth. Stir well and bring to a gentle simmer.
Step 6: Sprinkle in 2 tablespoons of cornmeal while stirring continuously to thicken the soup. Allow to simmer for about 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Step 7: Before serving, stir in 2 cups of shredded cheddar cheese until melted and creamy.
Step 8: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with crispy tortilla strips and fresh cilantro. Enjoy warm!
Equipment
Large Pot or Dutch Oven
Notes
Adjust spiciness with mild or hot Rotel. Substitute ground beef with turkey or plant-based meat for a healthier option.