Quick And Easy Taco Soup Recipe With Ranch Dressing
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Description
This quick and easy taco soup recipe with ranch dressing is perfect for a busy weeknight dinner. It's packed with delicious flavors and is ready in just 30 minutes. The soup is hearty, filling, and perfect for a cold winter day.Prep Time
Preparation time for this recipe is 10 minutes.Cook Time
Cooking time for this recipe is 20 minutes.Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef
- 1 onion, chopped
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 (14.5 oz) can diced tomatoes
- 1 (15 oz) can black beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 oz) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained
- 1 (15 oz) can corn, drained
- 1 (1 oz) packet taco seasoning mix
- 1 (1 oz) packet ranch dressing mix
- 4 cups beef broth
- Chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish (optional)
- Sour cream, for serving (optional)
Equipment
- Dutch oven or large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Ladle
Method
- In a large Dutch oven or pot, cook the ground beef over medium-high heat until browned, stirring occasionally.
- Add the onion and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Add the diced tomatoes (with their juice), black beans, pinto beans, corn, taco seasoning mix, ranch dressing mix, and beef broth.
- Stir to combine and bring to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the soup simmer for 15 minutes.
- Ladle the soup into bowls and garnish with chopped cilantro and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
Notes
- This recipe can easily be made in a slow cooker. Just brown the ground beef, onion, and garlic in a pan, then add everything to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.
- You can substitute ground turkey or chicken for the ground beef if you prefer.
- If you like your soup extra spicy, add a chopped jalapeƱo pepper or a can of diced green chilies.
Nutrition Info
- Calories: 376
- Protein: 24g
- Carbohydrates: 39g
- Fat: 14g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 60mg
- Sodium: 1688mg
- Potassium: 869mg
- Fiber: 9g
- Sugar: 6g
- Vitamin A: 785IU
- Vitamin C: 12mg
- Calcium: 84mg
- Iron: 4mg
Recipes FAQ
Can I freeze this soup?
Yes, this soup freezes well. Just let it cool completely, then transfer it to an airtight container and freeze for up to 3 months. To reheat, thaw in the refrigerator overnight, then heat on the stove or in the microwave until heated through.Can I use ground turkey instead of ground beef?
Yes, ground turkey works well in this recipe. You can also use ground chicken or pork if you prefer.Can I make this soup in a slow cooker?
Yes, you can easily make this soup in a slow cooker. Brown the ground beef, onion, and garlic in a pan, then add everything to the slow cooker and cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours.Recipe Tips
- For a creamier soup, stir in a dollop of sour cream or some grated cheese before serving.
- If you don't have beef broth, you can use chicken or vegetable broth instead.
- If you don't have ranch dressing mix, you can use a tablespoon of dried parsley, a teaspoon of dried dill, and a teaspoon of garlic powder instead.
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