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Taco Soup Recipe

This easy taco soup is the perfect blend of bold Tex-Mex flavor and cozy comfort. Packed with beef, beans, corn, and spices, it’s hearty, foolproof, and ready to warm you up any night of the week.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 23 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Tex-Mex
Calories: 400
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb ground beef or ground turkey for a lighter version
  • 1 small onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 15 oz can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 15 oz can corn, drained
  • 1 10 oz can diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
  • 1 15 oz can tomato sauce
  • 1 4 oz can diced green chilies (optional for extra heat)
  • 2 cups beef broth or chicken broth
  • 1 packet taco seasoning mix or 3 tbsp homemade
  • 1 tsp chili powder optional for a spicier kick
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese sour cream, avocado slices, chopped cilantro, lime wedges, and tortilla chips

Method
 

  1. Brown the meat:
  2. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, cook the ground beef until no longer pink. Break it apart with a wooden spoon as it cooks. Drain excess grease.
  3. Add onion and garlic:
  4. Stir in the chopped onion and garlic. Cook for about 3–4 minutes, until fragrant and translucent.
  5. Add the main ingredients:
  6. Pour in the beans, corn, diced tomatoes with green chilies, tomato sauce, diced green chilies, and broth. Stir to combine.
  7. Season it up:
  8. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and chili powder. Stir until everything is evenly combined. Bring the mixture to a gentle boil.
  9. Simmer to perfection:
  10. Reduce heat to low and let it simmer uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally. The soup will thicken slightly, and the flavors will meld beautifully.
  11. Taste and adjust:
  12. Add salt, pepper, or more spice if desired. The key is balance, a bit of heat, a touch of salt, and deep savory flavor.
  13. Serve with toppings:
  14. Ladle into bowls and top with cheese, sour cream, avocado, cilantro, and crushed tortilla chips.