Creamy Beef Taco Soup

INGREDIENTS  

• 2-pounds ground beef
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, any color, diced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 1-ounce packets taco seasoning
• 24 ounces beef broth
• 1 28-ounce can diced or crushed tomatoes
• 4 ounces medium salsa
• 4 ounces cream cheese, softened
• 1 cup heavy cream
• 2 cups cheddar cheese

INSTRUCTIONS 

• In a Dutch oven, sauté the ground beef, onion, bell pepper and garlic until meat is done; remove from heat and drain.
• Return to heat; add taco seasoning, beef broth, tomatoes and salsa; stir to combine; bring to a boil.
• Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until heated through; stirring occasionally.
• Slowly add softened cream cheese, heavy cream and cheddar cheese to the pot.
• Stir until cheeses are melted and soup is blended.