Name: Taco Soup
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 8 servings
Ingredients: 1.5 pound ground beef (85% lean); 1 medium yellow onion (diced); 3 clove garlic cloves (minced); 1 tablespoon chili powder; 2 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon smoked paprika; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 teaspoon kosher salt; ½ teaspoon black pepper; 1 can black beans (15 oz, drained and rinsed); 1 can pinto beans (15 oz, drained and rinsed); 1 ½ cup frozen corn; 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles (10 oz, with juices); 1 can tomato sauce (15 oz); 3 cup low-sodium beef broth; 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese; ½ cup sour cream; 2 cup tortilla chips (lightly crushed); ¼ cup fresh cilantro (chopped)

Instructions

Brown the beef
Brown the beef:
In a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat, cook 1½ pounds ground beef and 1 diced onion for 8 minutes, breaking up the meat, until browned. Drain the excess fat and stir in 3 minced garlic cloves for 30 seconds.
Season
Season:
Stir in 1 tablespoon chili powder, 2 teaspoons cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1 teaspoon kosher salt, and ½ teaspoon black pepper and cook for 1 minute.
Simmer
Simmer:
Add 1 can black beans, 1 can pinto beans, 1½ cups frozen corn, 1 can diced tomatoes with green chiles, 1 can tomato sauce, and 3 cups beef broth. Bring to a boil, then reduce the heat and simmer for 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Serve
Serve:
Taste and adjust the seasoning. Ladle the taco soup into 8 bowls and top each with 2 tablespoons cheddar, 1 tablespoon sour cream, a handful of crushed tortilla chips, and a sprinkle of cilantro.

Tips

To make taco soup in a crockpot, brown the beef and onion, then add everything to a 6-quart slow cooker and cook on LOW for 6 hours or HIGH for 3 hours. Swap the beef for ground turkey for a lighter version. Add 1 cup cooked rice or a can of drained kidney beans to stretch it even further.

Storage

Store taco soup without toppings in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 3 months. Reheat over medium heat until hot.

Serving suggestions

Set up a taco soup bar with cheese, sour cream, avocado, jalapeños, lime wedges, and chips so everyone can top their own bowl, or serve it with cornbread.