Accidental Hearty Nacho Soup Recipe

Ingredients for Accidental Hearty Nacho Soup

• Lean Ground Beef
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 cup water
• Cheddar Cheese Soup
• Low Fat American Cheese
• 1/2 cup salsa
• Nonfat Milk
• 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper
• sliced avocado (optional)
• sour cream (optional)
• tortilla chips, for serving

How to Make Accidental Hearty Nacho Soup

1. Brown 1 lb ground beef in a large skillet over medium heat, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain off any excess grease.
2. Once browned, add 1 packet taco seasoning and 1 cup water to the skillet. Stir and let simmer for 5 minutes.
3. Drain the meat slightly, reserving about 1/4 cup of the liquid.
4. Stack 8 slices of American cheese and cut into thin strips. Cut the strips into small squares (about 1/2 inch).
5. In a large pot, combine the cheese squares, 1 (15 ounce) can of your favorite tomato soup, 1/2 cup salsa, 1 cup milk, and 1/2 cup chopped bell pepper (any color).
6. Add the cooked ground beef and the reserved cooking liquid to the pot.
7. Stir to combine and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cheese squares have melted and the mixture is almost boiling (about 8-10 minutes).
8. Top with sliced avocado and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
9. Serve hot with plenty of tortilla chips for dipping or crushing on top.
10. Enjoy your unexpectedly amazing Accidental Hearty Nacho Soup!