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Easy Hearty Crockpot Taco Soup Recipe Perfect for Cozy Dinners

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A comforting and easy-to-make crockpot taco soup featuring seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, and tomatoes, perfect for cozy dinners and busy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (85% lean recommended)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 (15 oz/425g) can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz/425g) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 (15 oz/425g) can corn kernels, drained
  • 1 (14.5 oz/411g) can diced tomatoes with green chilies
  • 1 (8 oz/227g) can tomato sauce
  • 1 (1 oz/28g) packet taco seasoning or homemade blend (chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano)
  • 2 cups (480 ml) beef broth
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, fresh cilantro, sliced avocado, tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and cook, breaking it up with a wooden spoon, until no longer pink (about 5-7 minutes). Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet and cook until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  3. Transfer the beef mixture to the crockpot.
  4. Drain and rinse black beans and kidney beans, then add them along with drained corn kernels, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and tomato sauce to the crockpot. Stir gently to combine.
  5. Sprinkle the taco seasoning evenly over the mixture. Pour in the beef broth and stir everything together to distribute seasoning and liquids well.
  6. Cover and set the crockpot to low. Cook for 6-8 hours to allow flavors to meld and deepen. Alternatively, cook on high for 3-4 hours if short on time.
  7. Before serving, taste and adjust salt and pepper as needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and tortilla chips.

Notes

If the soup is too thick after cooking, stir in a splash of beef broth or water until desired consistency is reached. If too thin, uncover and cook on high for 15-20 minutes to reduce. Browning the beef properly is key to building flavor. Use homemade taco seasoning to control salt and spice levels. Keep an eye on liquid levels during cooking and add more broth if needed.

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