Easy Taco Soup Recipe
Make the simplest homemade taco soup packed with ground beef, beans, corn, peppers, andtomatoes, all seasoned with a homemade taco blend. Finish off the soup with a sprinkle of cheese, avocado, a dollop of sour cream, and some tortilla chips for that extra crunch!
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground beef
- 1 Tbsp olive oil
- 1 medium onion finely diced
- ½ red bell pepper diced
- ½ green bell pepper diced
- 3 garlic cloves minced
- 2 Tbsp Taco Seasoning or 1 packet of store-bought taco seasoning
- 16 oz can beans drained (kidney or pinto)
- 1 cup corn canned, freshly or frozen
- 1 1/2 cups tomatoes diced, from about 1 lb fresh tomatoes*
- 2 cups beef broth
Instructions
- Create your Taco Soup effortlessly with these steps:
- Taco Seasoning: Make your own or measure out 2 tablespoons from a store-bought packet.
- Dutch Oven Magic: Heat oil in a large pot, then add ground beef, onions, and bell peppers. Cook until the beef is browned, breaking it apart with a spatula. Remove excess fat.
- Flavor Infusion: Stir in garlic and Taco Seasoning, letting it cook for about a minute.
- Add the Goodness: Toss in beans, corn, tomatoes, and broth. Bring it to a boil, then reduce heat, cover, and let it simmer for 15 minutes.
- Perfecting the Taste: Adjust the flavor with salt, pepper, or more taco seasoning.
- Serving Time: Dish out the hot soup and personalize it with your favorite toppings. Enjoy your delightful bowl of goodness!
Notes
- If you're in the mood for a spicier taco soup, toss in some finely chopped jalapeno when you add the garlic. To kick up the heat even more, swap out fresh tomatoes for 2 cans of Rotel diced tomatoes and green chilis.