Taco Soup Recipe – Eats Now

Name: Taco Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean ground beef (cooked and drained); 1 (14 ounce) can pinto beans; 1 (14 ounce) can light kidney beans; 1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes; 1 (10 ounce) can Rotel tomatoes & chilies (try the cilantro and lime juice version); 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 1 medium onion; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning; 1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope hidden valley ranch dressing mix; 1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 3 cups water

Servings: persons

1 lb lean ground beef (cooked and drained)
1 (14 ounce) can pinto beans
1 (14 ounce) can light kidney beans
1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 (10 ounce) can Rotel tomatoes & chilies (try the cilantro and lime juice version)
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
1 medium onion
1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 (1 1/4 ounce) envelope hidden valley ranch dressing mix
1 ½ tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons chili powder
3 cups water

1
Season ground meat with chili powder.
2
Brown and drain the ground meat in a 6-8 quart pot.
3
Next, add all remaining soup ingredients into the pot.
4
Bring to a boil and cook for approximately 2 hours.
5
(you can cook it for less time and it still turns out tasty, however I would advise giving it the 2 hours if you can).
6
When the soup is done, you can add several things to each bowl to make it even better.
7
I usually put out some Toppings and Extras.
8
Some examples would be Sour Cream, Cornbread, Fritos, Pico De Gallo, etc.
9
Everyone likes to add something a little different to their own bowl.

416

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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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean ground beef (cooked and drained), 1 (14 ounce) can pinto beans, 1 (14 ounce) can light kidney beans, 1 (14 ounce) can whole kernel corn, and more.

Yes, 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!

Taco Soup

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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