Easy Mexican Ground Beef and Potatoes Soup Caldo

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil or Neutral Cooking Oil
• 5 lbs Ground Beef (85/15 preferred)
• 1 medium Yellow Onion, finely diced
• 4 cloves Garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons Tomato Paste
• 2 teaspoons Chili Powder (mild)
• 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
• 1 teaspoon Dried Mexican Oregano
• 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
• Kosher Salt and Black Pepper, To taste
• 3 large Yukon Gold or Russet Potatoes, peeled and cubed (approx. 1.5 lbs)
• 1 (14.5 oz) can Diced Tomatoes, undrained
• 6 cups Beef or Chicken Stock (low sodium)
• 1/4 cup packed Cilantro, chopped (plus extra for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon fresh Lime Juice
• 1/4 cup Cotija Cheese or Feta, crumbled (Optional Garnish)
• 1 medium Avocado, diced (Optional Garnish)
• Sour Cream or Greek Yogurt, for serving (Optional Garnish)