Taco Soup
Taco soup is a quick and easy one-pot meal that's perfect for a weeknight dinner. It's made with ground beef, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and taco seasoning, and it can be customized to your liking with your favorite toppings.
Taco soup is a Tex-Mex dish that is believed to have originated in the early 1900s. It is thought to have been created by Mexican immigrants who were living in the United States, and it quickly became a popular dish in both Mexican and American households. Taco soup is typically made with ground beef, black beans, corn, tomatoes, and taco seasoning, and it is often served with shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado. It is a hearty and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal.
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Prep time: 10 | Cook time: 15 | Serves: 4
Ingredients
  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
  • 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
  • 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
  • 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
  • 1 cup beef broth
  • 1/2 cup chopped onion
Instructions
  1. Brown the ground beef in a large pot over medium heat. Drain off any excess grease.
  2. Stir in the taco seasoning and cook for 1 minute more.
  3. Add the black beans, corn, tomatoes, tomato sauce, beef broth, and onion to the pot.
  4. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes, or until heated through.
  5. Serve with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and avocado.
Why It Works
  • The ground beef provides a hearty base for the soup, and the black beans, corn, and tomatoes add sweetness, texture, and flavor.
  • The taco seasoning gives the soup a classic Tex-Mex flavor, and the beef broth adds depth and richness.
  • The soup is simmered for 15 minutes, which allows the flavors to meld and the soup to thicken slightly.
  • Taco soup is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. You can add different vegetables, such as onions, peppers, or zucchini, or you can add different toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, or avocado.