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Easy Taco Soup

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This Easy Taco Soup is hearty, flavorful, and packed with classic taco flavors! Made with ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and taco seasoning, this one-pot meal is quick to make and perfect for busy weeknights. Serve it with tortilla chips, cheese, and sour cream for the ultimate comfort food!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (or ground turkey/chicken)
  • 1 small onion (chopped)
  • 3 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning (or homemade, see notes)
  • 1 can (15 oz) black beans (drained & rinsed)
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans (drained & rinsed)
  • 1 can (15 oz) corn (drained)
  • 1 can (10 oz) Rotel (diced tomatoes with green chilies)
  • 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes (with juices)
  • 4 cups beef broth (or chicken/vegetable broth)
  • 1 cup tomato sauce (for extra richness, optional)
  • ½ tsp salt (adjust to taste)
  • ½ tsp black pepper

For Serving:

  • Shredded cheese (cheddar or Mexican blend)
  • Sour cream or Greek yogurt
  • Tortilla chips or cornbread
  • Chopped cilantro & green onions
  • Sliced jalapeños (for extra heat!🔥)

Instructions

Step 1: Cook the Meat

  1. Heat a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat.
  2. Add ground beef and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon (about 5 minutes).
  3. Stir in onion and garlic, cooking for 2-3 minutes until softened.

Step 2: Add the Flavor & Broth

  1. Sprinkle in taco seasoning, salt, and black pepper. Stir to coat the beef.
  2. Add beans, corn, Rotel, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, and broth.
  3. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low.

Step 3: Simmer & Serve

  1. Let the soup simmer for 20-30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  2. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
  3. Ladle into bowls and top with cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips.


Notes

  • Make It Spicy: Add ½ tsp cayenne pepper or chopped jalapeños.
  • Slow Cooker Version: Brown the meat first, then add everything to a slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6-8 hours or HIGH for 3-4 hours.
  • Make It Creamy: Stir in ½ cup cream cheese or heavy cream at the end.
  • Homemade Taco Seasoning: Mix 1 tbsp chili powder, 1 tsp cumin, ½ tsp paprika, ½ tsp garlic powder, ½ tsp onion powder, ½ tsp salt, ¼ tsp oregano, and ¼ tsp black pepper.