Description
This Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Beef Soup is a savory, creamy soup packed with flavorful sausage balls, tender beef, and the kick of spicy Rotel tomatoes. It’s the perfect comfort food that combines the richness of cream cheese with the savory depth of beef and sausage, making every spoonful a hearty, satisfying treat!
Ingredients
For the Sausage Balls:
1 lb ground sausage (preferably spicy)
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
1 package (8 oz) cream cheese, softened
1 cup all-purpose flour
1 teaspoon garlic powder
½ teaspoon onion powder
1 teaspoon smoked paprika
1 teaspoon dried oregano
For the Soup:
1 lb ground beef
1 (10 oz) can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies
4 cups beef broth
1 medium onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 cups heavy cream
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon salt (or to taste)
½ teaspoon black pepper
Optional Toppings:
Chopped fresh cilantro
Shredded cheddar cheese
Crumbled bacon
Sour cream or a dollop of cream cheese
Instructions
Make the Sausage Balls:
Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
In a bowl, combine the ground sausage, shredded cheddar cheese, cream cheese, flour, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, and dried oregano.
Mix everything together until well-combined.
Roll the mixture into 1-inch balls and place them on a baking sheet.
Bake for 15-20 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through.
Set aside.
Prepare the Soup Base:
In a large pot, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat.
Add the ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks.
Add the chopped onion and minced garlic, cooking for another 2-3 minutes until the onion is soft and fragrant.
Add the Rotel and Broth:
Stir in the Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, beef broth, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
Bring the soup to a simmer, then reduce the heat and let it cook for 10-15 minutes to allow the flavors to combine.
Add the Cream and Sausage Balls:
Stir in the heavy cream, making the soup rich and creamy.
Carefully add the cooked sausage balls to the pot, stirring gently to combine.
Let the soup simmer for another 5-10 minutes to heat everything through.
Serve and Garnish:
Ladle the soup into bowls.
Top with shredded cheddar cheese, crumbled bacon, a dollop of sour cream, or chopped cilantro.
Notes
This Rotel Cream Cheese Sausage Balls Beef Soup is a spicy, creamy, and comforting dish that’s perfect for cozy nights. The combination of sausage balls and beef creates a satisfying, hearty meal, while the creamy broth balances the heat from the Rotel tomatoes. Let me know if you need adjustments or another recipe!