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Cozy 5-Ingredient Ground Beef Taco Soup

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A quick and easy taco soup made with just five simple ingredients: ground beef, black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, and taco seasoning. Perfect for busy weeknights, this hearty soup delivers bold flavor and comfort in under 30 minutes.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound ground beef (80/20 preferred, but lean works too)
  • 1 packet (1 ounce) taco seasoning (e.g., Old El Paso or McCormick)
  • 1 can (15 ounces) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 ounces) corn, drained (fire-roasted or frozen corn works)
  • 1 can (15 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained (fire-roasted or Rotel with green chiles optional)

Instructions

  1. Brown the beef: Place a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the ground beef and break it apart with a wooden spoon. Cook for 6-8 minutes, stirring occasionally, until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed, leaving a little for flavor.
  2. Add the taco seasoning: Sprinkle the taco seasoning packet over the browned beef. Stir well to coat every piece. Cook for about 1 minute, stirring constantly, until fragrant.
  3. Add the canned ingredients: Pour in the drained black beans, drained corn, and undrained diced tomatoes. Stir until well combined.
  4. Add water or broth (optional): For a soupier consistency, add 1 to 2 cups of water or beef broth. Stir to combine. For a thicker, chili-like consistency, skip the extra liquid.
  5. Simmer: Bring the soup to a gentle boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and let simmer for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Taste and adjust: Add salt and pepper if needed (taco seasoning usually provides enough salt). For more heat, add hot sauce or cayenne. For more acidity, add a squeeze of lime juice.
  7. Serve: Ladle into bowls and top with desired garnishes such as shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, fresh cilantro, or crushed tortilla chips.

Notes

For best flavor, let the soup rest for 10-15 minutes before serving. Leftovers taste even better the next day. To freeze, portion into freezer-safe containers and store for up to 3 months. Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating. Add a splash of water or broth when reheating if soup has thickened.

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Keywords: taco soup, ground beef soup, 5-ingredient soup, easy soup, weeknight dinner, comfort food, quick soup, pantry meal

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