Creamy Keto Queso Soup (Print version)
A rich low-carb queso soup with ground beef, green chiles, cream cheese, cheddar, and warm taco-style spices.
# Ingredients:
For the soup base
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1 tablespoon avocado oil or olive oil
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1 1/2 lb (680 g) ground beef, 80/20 preferred
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1/2 cup (75 g) finely diced yellow onion
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1 small green bell pepper, diced
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3 cloves garlic, minced
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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1 teaspoon chili powder
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1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1/2 teaspoon kosher salt, plus more to taste
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1/4 teaspoon black pepper
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3 cups (720 ml) beef broth
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2 cans (4 oz each) diced green chiles
For the queso finish
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8 oz (225 g) full-fat cream cheese, softened and cubed
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1 cup (115 g) freshly shredded sharp cheddar cheese
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1 cup (115 g) freshly shredded Monterey Jack cheese
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1/2 cup (120 ml) heavy cream
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1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
Optional toppings
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Diced avocado
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Chopped cilantro
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Diced tomato
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Sliced jalapeno
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Sour cream
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Crushed pork rinds
# Instructions:
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Heat the oil in a Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook for 6-8 minutes, breaking it up, until browned and cooked through. Spoon off excess grease if needed.
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Add the onion and bell pepper to the pot. Cook for 4-5 minutes until softened, then stir in the garlic, cumin, chili powder, smoked paprika, salt, and pepper for 30 seconds.
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Pour in the beef broth and add the green chiles. Bring to a gentle simmer, then reduce the heat and cook uncovered for 8-10 minutes.
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Turn the heat to low. Add the softened cream cheese and whisk until melted into the broth with no large lumps.
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Stir in the cheddar and Monterey Jack a handful at a time, letting each addition melt before adding more. Stir in the heavy cream and lime juice.
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Taste and adjust salt or lime. Serve hot with avocado, cilantro, tomato, jalapeno, sour cream, or crushed pork rinds.
# Good to know:
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Use freshly shredded cheese for the smoothest texture.
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Estimated net carbs vary by toppings and exact brands used.
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Best reheated gently over low heat with a splash of broth.