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Flavorful Taco Soup Recipe – A Cozy, Easy Soup Dinner Everyone Will Love

Flavorful Taco Soup Recipe

This Flavorful Taco Soup Recipe brings comfort, bold flavor, and weeknight ease together in one bowl. With ground beef, veggies, beans, and spices, it’s the hearty homemade soup your family will ask for again and again.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Slow Cooker Option 2 hours
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 6 bowls
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 medium onion diced
  • 1 bell pepper diced
  • 2-3 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 can black beans 15 oz, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can corn 15 oz, drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes 14.5 oz, with juices
  • 1 can diced tomatoes with green chilies 10 oz, optional
  • 4 cups beef broth
  • 1 tbsp taco seasoning or homemade mix
  • 1/2 tsp oregano
Optional Toppings
  • shredded cheddar cheese
  • sour cream
  • chopped green onions
  • crushed tortilla chips
  • fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Large soup pot
  • Ladle
  • Slow Cooker

Method
 

  1. In a large soup pot, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain any excess fat.
  2. Add diced onion, bell pepper, and garlic. Sauté for 3–4 minutes until vegetables soften and garlic is fragrant.
  3. Stir in taco seasoning and oregano. Mix well to coat the beef and vegetables.
  4. Pour in beef broth, diced tomatoes, black beans, and corn. Stir to combine.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer uncovered for about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Optional: Transfer to slow cooker and cook on low for 4–6 hours or high for about 2 hours.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning if needed. Serve hot with your choice of toppings.

Notes

Make it your own by adjusting spices or protein. Tastes even better the next day!