Taco Soup (Printable format)

Enjoy a hearty, flavorful soup featuring seasoned beef, beans, corn, and classic taco toppings. Perfect for gatherings or family meals.

# What You Need:

→ Meats

01 - 1 lb ground beef

→ Vegetables

02 - 1 medium onion, diced
03 - 1 red bell pepper, diced
04 - 2 cloves garlic, minced

→ Canned Goods

05 - 1 (15 oz) can black beans, drained and rinsed
06 - 1 (15 oz) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
07 - 1 (15 oz) can corn kernels, drained
08 - 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
09 - 1 (10 oz) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
10 - 4 cups chicken broth

→ Spices & Seasonings

11 - 2 tbsp taco seasoning
12 - 1 tsp ground cumin
13 - 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
14 - 1/2 tsp chili powder
15 - Salt and black pepper, to taste

→ Optional Toppings

16 - Shredded cheddar cheese
17 - Sour cream
18 - Sliced jalapeños
19 - Chopped cilantro
20 - Sliced green onions
21 - Crushed tortilla chips or strips
22 - Lime wedges

# How-To Steps:

01 - In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the ground beef until cooked through, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat if necessary.
02 - Add diced onion, red bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until vegetables are softened.
03 - Stir in taco seasoning, cumin, smoked paprika, chili powder, salt, and pepper. Cook for 1 minute to bloom the spices.
04 - Add black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and chicken broth. Stir well to combine.
05 - Bring the soup to a simmer. Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 20–25 minutes, stirring occasionally.
06 - Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Ladle into bowls and serve hot with your favorite toppings.

# Expert Hints:

01 -
  • Everything cooks in one pot so cleanup is practically nonexistent
  • The flavors deepen overnight making it perfect for meal prep
  • You can customize the spice level and toppings to please everyone
02 -
  • The soup thickens as it sits so add more broth if reheating leftovers
  • Using a potato masher to lightly mash some beans creates a thicker, heartier texture
03 -
  • Make it the day before and the flavors will have melded into something extraordinary
  • Freeze individual portions for emergency weeknight dinners
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