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Easy Hearty Crockpot Ground Beef Taco Soup

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A comforting and flavorful slow-cooked taco soup featuring ground beef, beans, corn, and a blend of taco spices. Perfect for cozy dinners and easy to prepare with simple pantry staples.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb ground beef (85% lean preferred)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 can diced tomatoes (14.5 oz)
  • 1 can tomato sauce (8 oz)
  • 2 cups beef broth (low sodium preferred)
  • 2 tbsp taco seasoning blend (chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, cayenne)
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped cilantro, sliced jalapeños, crushed tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Brown the ground beef in a large skillet over medium-high heat for about 7-10 minutes until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if desired.
  2. In the same skillet, sauté diced onion and minced garlic for 3-4 minutes until softened and fragrant.
  3. Transfer the browned beef, onions, and garlic to the crockpot.
  4. Add black beans, kidney beans, corn, diced tomatoes with juice, tomato sauce, and beef broth to the crockpot.
  5. Sprinkle in the taco seasoning blend and season lightly with salt and pepper. Stir to combine.
  6. Cook on low for 6-8 hours or on high for 3-4 hours. Stir halfway through if possible.
  7. Taste and adjust seasoning before serving, adding more salt, pepper, or chili powder if desired.
  8. Serve hot with your favorite toppings such as sour cream, shredded cheese, cilantro, and crushed tortilla chips.

Notes

Brown the beef before adding to the crockpot to develop deeper flavor and reduce fat. Rinse canned beans to reduce sodium and canned flavor. Adjust spice levels carefully, adding cayenne or jalapeños for more heat. If soup is too thick after cooking, add broth or water to loosen; if too thin, cook uncovered on high for 15-20 minutes to reduce liquid. Leftovers taste better after a day and can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days or frozen for 3 months.

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Keywords: crockpot, slow cooker, taco soup, ground beef, easy dinner, hearty soup, comfort food, family meal

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