Grandmas Taco Soup Recipe

Name: Grandmas Taco Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 pounds Ground Sirloin; 1 whole Onion, Chopped; 45- 3/4 ounces, weight Canned Corn; 45 ounces, weight Ranch Style Pinto Beans; 12 ounces, weight Ortega Diced Green Chilies; 43- 1/2 ounces, weight Stewed Diced Tomatoes; 2 teaspoons Salt; 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin; 1 teaspoon Chili Powder; 3 ounces, weight Lawry's Taco Seasoning, Mild - Medium; 1- 1/4 ounce, weight Hidden Valley Ranch Original Mix; 6 cups Water

Servings: persons

2 pounds Ground Sirloin
1 whole Onion, Chopped
45- 3/4 ounces, weight Canned Corn
45 ounces, weight Ranch Style Pinto Beans
12 ounces, weight Ortega Diced Green Chilies
43- 1/2 ounces, weight Stewed Diced Tomatoes
2 teaspoons Salt
1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
1 teaspoon Chili Powder
3 ounces, weight Lawry's Taco Seasoning, Mild - Medium
1- 1/4 ounce, weight Hidden Valley Ranch Original Mix
6 cups Water

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Brown the sirloin and onion in a large skillet over medium heat.
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(I soak up any leftover grease with paper towels.)
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Transfer the browned beef and onions to a large slow cooker or a stockpot.
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Add in the corn, beans, chilies, and tomatoes.
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Add the salt, cumin, and chili powder to taste.
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Add in the Lawrys and ranch dressing packages and water.
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Let simmer for several hours on low heat, stirring every so often so nothing sticks to the bottom.
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As it cooks down, taste it to see if it needs more salt, cumin, or chili powder.
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We top our soup with tortilla chips and shredded cheese.
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Notes: If you have people who do not like their food hot, then 1 teaspoon of chili powder is enough, but if they do enjoy their food hotter, then you could add more.
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Usually my grandma doubles the recipe so we can have 1 big family dinner together and then 3 households (each house has less than 4 people) can freeze the leftovers to eat whenever.

1581

kcal

Calories

Fat

333

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 pounds Ground Sirloin, 1 whole Onion, Chopped, 45- 3/4 ounces, weight Canned Corn, 45 ounces, weight Ranch Style Pinto Beans, and more.

Yes, Grandmas Taco Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Grandmas Taco Soup

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Variations & substitutions

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