Taco soup is a spicy and comforting meal that combines all of one’s favorite classic taco flavors in a hot, tasty soup. It is really the perfect kind of meal for those nights when you want something cozy yet filled with a lot of flavor.
The best thing about this taco soup is its simplicity. Throw everything into one pot, let it simmer, and be on your merry way to a satisfying meal in a flash.
Taco soup is an absolute hit and a real crowd-pleasure, whether it be among your family members on a busy weeknight or at a party.
What’s so great about the taco soup, in my opinion, is that one can do so many things with it. You can easily make yours using whatever flavors you like or whatever ingredients you happen to have on hand.
It’s a perfect pedestal for leftovers or those miscellaneous bottles of beans and veggies lining the pantries. The rich, savory broth teams beautifully with the spiced ground beef, beans, corn, and tomatoes in each spoonful.
Great with all your favorite taco toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips for added texture, this will soon be a go-to recipe when you want the flavor of tacos but need something warming or comforting.
Ingredients:
- 1 lb. ground beef
- 1 medium onion, chopped
- 1 can (15 ounces) of rinsed & drained black beans
- Rinse and drain one can (15 oz) of pinto beans.
- 1 can, 15 oz., corn, drained
- 1 can, 15 oz., chopped tomatoes with green chilies
- 1 can, 8 oz., tomato sauce
- 1 pkt. taco seasoning mix
- 1 pkt. ranch dressing mix
- 2 cups water or beef broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste.
- Toppings: Chopped cilantro, sour cream, tortilla chips, sliced jalapeños and cheese, if desired.
Preparation
- In a big pot or Dutch oven, coat the bottom with olive oil and brown the ground beef along with diced onions until there is no pink in the meat; then drain excess fat.
- Add the garlic and the taco seasoning. Stir for one minute.
- Add the remaining ingredients to pot of soup and bring to a boil. If desired, thin the soup with up to 1 cup of water.
- Once it boils, reduce the heat to a simmer for 25 to 30 minutes.
- Serve with your favorite toppings.