The first time I tried this chili-like taco soup recipe was at a church meal. On a cool day, this dish is perfect. It comes together quickly thanks to pre-packaged seasonings and a variety of canned vegetable.
Prep/Total Time: 25 min. Servings: 8 (about 2 quarts)
Nutrition Facts
1 cup: 370 calories, 12g fat (5g saturated fat), 70mg cholesterol, 1359mg sodium, 35g carbohydrate (7g sugars, 7g fiber), 27g protein
Ingredients
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 can (15-1/4 ounces) whole kernel corn, drained
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) stewed tomatoes
2 pounds ground beef
1-1/2 cups water
1 can (4 ounces) chopped green chiles, optional
1 can (10 ounces) diced tomato with green chiles
1 can (16 ounces) mild chili beans, undrained
Directions
Cook the beef until it is no longer pink in a Dutch oven over medium heat, breaking it up into crumbles as it cooks; drain. Taco spice should be completely mixed in. In a mixing basin, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring the water to a boil in a large pot. Reduce to a low heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 15 minutes or until thoroughly cooked.
TACO SOUP RECIPE TIPS
What foods can be paired with taco soup?
Taco soup pairs well with taco toppings like tortilla chips, cheese, avocado, and, of course, sour cream. As a side dish, try this Guacamole Tossed Salad. Taco Soup can also be served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream or a plate of Chocolate Chip Cookies.
Tortilla Chips
Make taco soup with tortillas as the main dish if you’re holding a gathering. Taco soup goes well with tortilla chips. Tortilla chips can be added to tacos or stacked on top of one another to construct a tower. In areas like Los Angeles and Orlando, tortilla chips are always one of the most popular products on taco truck menus.
Taco Soup with Tortillas
Taco Soup can also be made with tortillas instead of maize or flour tortillas. Make taco soup with corn tortillas, flour tortillas, or flour and corn tortillas, for example. On a hot day, Taco Soup can be substituted for a burrito bowl, lettuce wrap, or fajita.
Chili Cheese Fries
Chili Cheese Fries can also be used as a topping for Taco Soup. This is a fast food dish in the American style that you should absolutely try. It is one of the most popular menu dishes in any sort of American restaurant. Chili Cheese Fries go nicely with tomato-based taco soup or Taco Soup with Chili Cheese Sausage & Bacon.
When it comes to taco soup, how long does it last?
Taco soup will last 3 to 5 days in the refrigerator if stored in an airtight container. You can freeze the soup once it has cooled. When you’re ready to eat it again, partially thaw the soup in the refrigerator overnight. Then reheat it in a saucepan, stirring regularly and adding more broth as needed.
What’s the best way to make taco soup thicker?
Because the meat and vegetables are chunky enough, you won’t need to thicken this taco soup. Refried beans, other mashed beans, or rice can be added to thicken it up.