Description
This Easy Taco Soup is a quick, hearty, and flavor-packed one-pot meal loaded with ground beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and zesty taco spices. It’s the perfect 30-minute dinner for busy weeknights or casual gatherings, topped with your favorite taco fixings for a comforting, customizable bowl of goodness.
Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1 small onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade blend)
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 (8 oz) can tomato sauce
- 2 cups beef broth (or water)
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions, fresh cilantro, crushed tortilla chips
Instructions
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In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef, breaking it up with a spoon.
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Add chopped onion and garlic. Cook until onion is soft, about 3–4 minutes.
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Stir in taco seasoning until meat is well coated.
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Add diced tomatoes, corn, black beans, pinto beans, tomato sauce, and beef broth. Stir to combine.
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Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
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Taste and adjust seasoning as needed.
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Serve hot with your favorite toppings like cheese, sour cream, and crushed tortilla chips.
Notes
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Swap ground beef with turkey or chicken for a lighter version.
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Add a can of green chiles or hot sauce for extra heat.
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Stir in cooked rice or pasta for a thicker, stew-like texture.
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Skip the meat and use veggie broth for a vegetarian version.
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Use homemade taco seasoning for more control over flavor and spice level.
