Taco Soup Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 pound ground beef (or ground turkey)
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 1 (15-ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15-ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (14.5-ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (10-ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies (e.g., Rotel)
• 1 (4-ounce) can diced green chilies (optional for extra spice)
• 2 cups beef broth (or chicken broth for lighter flavor)
• 1 packet taco seasoning mix
• 1 teaspoon chili powder (optional for more spice)
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• Salt and pepper to taste

Optional Toppings:

• Shredded cheese
• Sour cream
• Chopped fresh cilantro
• Diced avocado
• Tortilla chips or strips
• Lime wedges

Instructions:

1. Cook the Ground Beef:
   • In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess grease.
   • Add the diced onion to the beef and sauté for 2–3 minutes until softened.
2. Combine Ingredients:
   • Stir in the taco seasoning, chili powder, and cumin, coating the beef and onion mixture evenly.
   • Add the black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, tomatoes with green chilies, green chilies (if using), and beef broth.
   • Stir well to combine and bring the soup to a gentle boil.
3. Simmer:
   • Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let the soup simmer for 20–30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper as needed.
4. Serve:
   • Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, or tortilla chips.
   • Serve with a lime wedge for a zesty finish.

Would you like variations, such as making it vegetarian or spicier? Let me know!