How do I make taco soup thicker?

Add tomato paste or reduce the liquid slightly while simmering to get a thicker soup.

Can I make this in a Crock Pot? How long to cook taco soup in Crock Pot?

Yes, you can cook the ground meat and onions on the stove first, then transfer everything to your slow cooker. Add the cooked meat along with all the remaining ingredients, stir well, and cover. Cook on low heat for 6 to 8 hours or on high for 3 to 4 hours, until everything is hot and the flavors are well combined.

Can I use different beans?

Yes, any can of beans works. Try black beans, pinto beans, kidney beans, or great northern beans. In a pinch I've only used one or two kinds of beans but you can really mix and match however you like.

What meat works best?

This recipe works with lean ground beef, ground turkey, or ground chicken. Use whatever you prefer.

Can I make this in advance?

Yes, this is a great recipe for meal prep and tastes even better the next day.

How long is taco soup good for in the fridge?

Store leftover taco soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.

The Best Taco Soup Recipe (Stove-top, Slow Cooker or Instant Pot)

The Best Taco Soup Recipe

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Recipe by Rose

Prep Time10
Cook Time1 hours
Total Time1 hour 10 minutes
Yield8 1x

Description

This is The Best Taco Soup recipe – it can be made totally from scratch or easily from canned goods! You can also make it on the stovetop, in your slow cooker, or in your Instant Pot. It’s delicious, filling, cheap (for a big family), and always a crowd-pleaser.

Ingredients

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1 pound ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 can of whole kernel corn (you can also use 1 cup frozen corn or 1 cup of fresh corn, cut off the cob)
1 can rotel tomatoes (or 1 cup of fresh or frozen diced tomatoes + 1 small can of diced green chiles)
1 can kidney (red) beans (or 1 cup)
1 can great northern (white) beans (or 1 cup)
1 can black beans (or 1 cup)
1 pkg. dry taco seasoning mix (or 3 Tbsp. of homemade Taco seasoning mix)
1 pack dry ranch dressing mix
2 cups water
Optional Toppings: Corn Chips, Tortilla Chips, Corn Bread, Shredded Cheese (any variety), Sour Cream, Fresh Cilantro, Fresh Diced Green Onions, Lime

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Instructions

Brown the ground beef with the chopped onion, drain.
Add all canned items (or frozen items) and seasonings, plus 1-2 cups of water. If you’re using canned foods, don’t drain any of them. If you’re using frozen, you may need to add an extra cup or two of water. Simmer for at least one hour – add water as needed.
You can also put all of this in the crock pot on very low and let it cook for 4-6 hours.
Serve with corn chips or tortilla chips, a dollop of sour cream, shredded cheese, and a squeeze of lime for the best flavor.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 ½ cups
Calories: 207
Sugar: 2.8 g
Sodium: 317.9 mg
Fat: 3.4 g
Carbohydrates: 24.3 g
Fiber: 7.4 g
Protein: 20.2 g
Cholesterol: 34.4 mg

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