Classic Taco Soup
6 - 8 servings Warm up with a bowl of hearty and flavorful Classic Taco Soup! This easy recipe is perfect for busy weeknights, offering a delicious blend of seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, and tomatoes. Whether you choose the quick stovetop method or the convenient slow cooker option, you'll have a comforting and... Read more ... customizable meal that everyone will love. Top it with your favorite fixings for an extra burst of flavor! Read less x saved Chef Jeff Cool Cook February 26, 2025 30 min.30 min.1/5 30 min. 30 min. 1/5 Ingredients: Classic Taco Soup: 1 LB of ground beef of your choice (or ground turkey, chicken, or a plant-based alternative)1 onion - peeled and chopped (large)15 OZ of canned black beans (regular can)15 OZ of canned kidney beans (regular can)15 OZ of corn - canned (regular can)15 OZ of canned diced tomatoes (regular can)Optionally: 4 OZ of green chili peppers - chopped (spicy)1 package of taco seasoning (store-bought or recipe here, usually about 1.25 OZ or 2 - 3 TBSP)4 cups of beef broth (or chicken broth, or vegetable broth)1 cup of water (adjust if needed) salt (to taste) ground pepper (to taste) 1 LB of ground beef of your choice (or ground turkey, chicken, or a plant-based alternative) 1 onion - peeled and chopped (large) 15 OZ of canned black beans (regular can) 15 OZ of canned kidney beans (regular can) 15 OZ of corn - canned (regular can) 15 OZ of canned diced tomatoes (regular can) Optionally: 4 OZ of green chili peppers - chopped (spicy) 1 package of taco seasoning (store-bought or recipe here, usually about 1.25 OZ or 2 - 3 TBSP) 4 cups of beef broth (or chicken broth, or vegetable broth) 1 cup of water (adjust if needed) salt (to taste) ground pepper (to taste) Tools: 1x Measuring Cups1x Measuring Spoons1x Chef’s knife1x Cutting Board1x Dutch Oven (or large pot for stove preparation)1x Slow Cooker (and fry pan for preparation in the slow cooker)1x Wooden Spoon or High-Temperature Silicone Spatula1x Ladle 1x Measuring Cups 1x Measuring Spoons 1x Chef’s knife 1x Cutting Board 1x Dutch Oven (or large pot for stove preparation) 1x Slow Cooker (and fry pan for preparation in the slow cooker) 1x Wooden Spoon or High-Temperature Silicone Spatula 1x Ladle Directions: A. Classic Taco Soup on the Stove: 1. Brown the Meat: In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef (or chosen protein) with the chopped onion. Then, optionally drain off any excess grease. In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef (or chosen protein) with the chopped onion. Then, optionally drain off any excess grease. 2. Add Ingredients: Add the drained black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, green chiles, taco seasoning, beef broth, and water. Stir well to combine. Add the drained black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, green chiles, taco seasoning, beef broth, and water. Stir well to combine. 3. Simmer: Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 20-25 minutes or up to 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 20-25 minutes or up to 30 minutes. This allows the flavors to meld. Stir occasionally. 4. Season: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. You might not need much salt, depending on the saltiness of your taco seasoning and broth. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. You might not need much salt, depending on the saltiness of your taco seasoning and broth. 5. Serve Classic Taco Soup: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite toppings. B. Classic Taco Soup in Slow Cooker: 1. Brown the Meat: In a fry pan (skillet) over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef (or chosen protein) with the chopped onion. Drain off any excess grease. In a fry pan (skillet) over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef (or chosen protein) with the chopped onion. Drain off any excess grease. 2. Combine Ingredients: Transfer the browned meat and onion to a slow cooker. Add the drained black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, green chiles (if using), taco seasoning, beef broth, and water. Stir well to combine. Transfer the browned meat and onion to a slow cooker. Add the drained black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes, green chiles (if using), taco seasoning, beef broth, and water. Stir well to combine. 3. Cook: Cover and cook on low for 4 – 6 hours, or on high for 2 – 3 hours. Cover and cook on low for 4 – 6 hours, or on high for 2 – 3 hours. 4. Season: Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. Taste and season with salt and pepper as needed. 5. Serve Classic Taco Soup: Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite toppings. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your favorite toppings. About the Author: Chef JeffCool Cook # 7 32 Followers Published Recipes: 18Av. Recipe Evaluation: Location: Florida, USAMember since: 2024-09-15 Published Recipes: 18 Av. 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