Description
Hey there, fellow kitchen enthusiasts! If you’re anything like me, life can get pretty hectic. Balancing work, family, and everything in between often leaves little time for cooking. That’s where this delightful Taco Soup comes in! It’s a cozy, hearty dish that harmonizes lean ground beef with vibrant veggies and spices, making it perfect for a quick solution on busy weekdays. With just a few ingredients and minimal effort, you’ll have a comforting meal that’s sure to impress your loved ones. Let’s dive into a recipe that’s not just easy but also downright delicious!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 pound (500g) lean ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 4–5 cloves garlic, minced
- 4 cups (946ml) beef or chicken broth or stock
- 1 (15 oz) (432g) corn, drained
- 1 (15 oz) (425g) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) (425g) chili beans in chili sauce
- 1 (28 oz) (793g) crushed tomatoes
- 1 (4 oz) (113g) chopped green chiles
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- Salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste
Instructions
- STOVE TOP VERSION: In a large dutch oven or pot brown the ground beef and onions until meat is no longer pink. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
- Add remaining ingredients. Cover with lid and simmer for 15 minutes. Serve with toppings of choice. Can also be simmered longer if desired, just stir occasionally.
- SLOW COOKER VERSION: Place raw ground beef in the bottom of the crockpot and break up into small chunks (or if you prefer you can brown it). Add in all other ingredients except toppings and stir together.
- Cover with lid and cook on high for 4-6 hours or low for 8-10 hours. Serve with desired toppings.
Notes
- Feel free to adjust the spices according to your taste preference.
- This soup can be topped with cheese, sour cream, or avocado.
- For a vegetarian version, substitute ground beef with lentils or textured vegetable protein.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15-10 hours (depending on method)
- Category: Soup
- Method: Stove top or Slow cooker
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup
- Calories: 240
- Sugar: 3g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 6g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 8g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 60mg