Taco Soup with Ranch Packet
A hearty and comforting soup that combines classic taco flavors with the richness of ground beef, beans, corn, and tomatoes, enhanced by taco and ranch seasoning.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 lb ground beef Use lean ground beef for a healthier option.
- 1 medium onion, chopped Provides sweetness to the soup.
- 1 15 oz can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 15 oz can kidney beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 15 oz can corn, drained
- 1 10 oz can Rotel diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained Adds a kick to the flavor.
- 1 14.5 oz can diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 1 oz packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 1 oz packet ranch seasoning mix Provides a creamy depth to the flavor.
- 4 cups beef broth Creates the soup base.
Optional Toppings
- 1 shredded cheddar cheese
- 1 sour cream
- 1 crushed tortilla chips
- 1 fresh cilantro
Instructions
Preparation
- Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium-high heat for about 5-7 minutes, breaking it apart as it cooks.
- Drain any excess grease after browning the meat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook for an additional 5 minutes until softened.
- Stir in black beans, kidney beans, corn, undrained Rotel diced tomatoes, and undrained diced tomatoes.
- Sprinkle in the taco seasoning and ranch seasoning and stir to combine.
- Pour in the beef broth and bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Once it starts bubbling, reduce the heat to low, cover, and let simmer for at least 20-30 minutes.
Serving
- Ladle the hot taco soup into bowls.
- Offer optional toppings on the side for guests to customize their bowls.
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Notes
For added flavor, brown the onions with the ground beef. You can customize toppings and make it vegetarian by substituting the beef with plant-based proteins or extra beans.