Cheese Taco Soup

1 large yellow onion (diced)

2 jalapeno peppers or one green bell pepper (seeded and diced)

½ cup water

Oil for frying

1/8 tsp. salt

4 cups of beef broth (I make mine with Better than Bullion and water)

2 cups of frozen corn

1 can of pinto beans (drained)

1 can of original or mild Ro-Tel diced tomatoes and green chilies (10oz)

2 lbs ground beef 12% fat or less

2 packets taco seasoning or ½ cup from the Costco canister

12 oz shredded Mexican cheese (or cheddar)

1 cup heavy cream

¼ cup flour

Serve with your favorite toppings such as: tortilla chips (black olives, diced avocado, green onions, diced fresh tomatoes, salsa, sour cream, or minced cilantro.)