This deliciously creamy Queso Soup is the ultimate comfort food game changer! It’s the perfect keto soup to warm you up on a cold weeknight.

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1.5 pounds ground beef or sausage

1 cup onion, chopped

1 green bell pepper, chopped

1 tablespoon minced garlic

1 teaspoon EACH onion powder, garlic powder, cumin

32 ounces beef or vegetable broth

8 ounces cream cheese, softened

3 (4-ounce) cans mild green chiles

2 cups shredded cheddar cheese

OPTIONAL THICKENER: 1 tablespoon cornstarch + 1 tablespoon cold water

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1. Brown the ground beef or sausage in a 4-quart Dutch oven or stock pot over medium heat. Drain off the grease.

2. Add the onion, bell pepper, and minced garlic and sauté for 5–6 minutes until the onion has softened.

3. Add the spices and broth and bring to a simmer. Cover the soup and reduce the heat to low; cook 10 minutes.

4. Remove the lid from the pot and add the softened cream cheese, green chiles, and shredded cheese. Whisk until fully combined.

5. If desired, add cornstarch slurry and stir until thickened.

6. Serve with additional cheese, fresh tomatoes, green onions, or chopped avocado.

Use sausage for extra richness.

Add jalapeños for more heat.

Great for meal prep and reheats well.