Hearty Taco Soup Recipe

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Hearty Taco Soup Recipe

This Taco Soup is the ultimate comfort food — warm, flavorful, and packed with ingredients everyone loves. Ground beef, corn, beans, stewed tomatoes, and a touch of taco seasoning come together to make a soup that’s easy, cozy, and perfect for weeknight dinners.

I love serving it with tortilla chips, cornbread, or crackers for a satisfying, family-friendly meal.

This easy taco soup has become one of my go-to dinners when I want something hearty and satisfying without spending hours in the kitchen. It’s packed with ground beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and all the flavors of your favorite taco night, but in a warm, comforting bowl.

I love how it simmers together and fills the kitchen with that delicious Tex-Mex aroma. Top it with shredded cheese, a dollop of sour cream, and crushed tortilla chips for the ultimate weeknight meal.

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground round
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 teaspoon minced garlic
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 heaping tablespoon taco seasoning mix
• 1/3 cup fresh Ortega taco sauce
• 1 can Ranch beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 can (15–16 oz) corn, drained
• 1 can (14.5 oz) stewed tomatoes, undrained
• 4–6 cups water (I used Dasani)
• Garlic salt, seasoned salt, seasoned pepper, to taste

Instructions

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, cook the ground round until browned and no pink remains.
2. Add the chopped onion and cook about 10 minutes until soft. Remove any excess fat.
3. Sprinkle in garlic salt, seasoned salt, and seasoned pepper. Stir to combine.
4. Add taco seasoning, cumin, taco sauce, and brown sugar. Stir well.
5. Add Ranch beans, corn, stewed tomatoes, water, and minced garlic. Stir to blend.
6. Bring the soup to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for about an hour, adding more water as needed.
7. Serve hot with tortilla chips, crackers, or cornbread.

Tips & Variations

• This soup is mild in spice, perfect for kids or those who like a gentler flavor.
• For more heat, add extra taco seasoning, taco sauce, jalapeños, or crushed red pepper flakes.
• Leftovers taste even better the next day, and it freezes well for easy future meals.
• For a creamier version, stir in a bit of sour cream or shredded cheese before serving.

Jennie’s Thoughts

I love how this taco soup comes together in one big pot but tastes like it simmered all day.

The combination of beans, corn, and ground beef with a hint of sweetness from the brown sugar makes it comforting and full of flavor without being overly spicy.

I often make it on busy nights because it’s easy, feeds a crowd, and always gets rave reviews from my family. I love pairing it with cornbread — it’s cozy and hearty, perfect for chilly evenings.

If you love this taco soup, you’ll also enjoy my Easy Chili Recipe, Creamy Chicken Pasta, and Easy Kielbasa and Potatoes — all cozy, family-friendly meals that are perfect for weeknight dinners.

This Hearty Taco Soup is packed with ground beef, beans, corn, and stewed tomatoes, simmered with taco seasoning and brown sugar for a cozy, family-friendly meal.

Serve with tortilla chips or cornbread for the ultimate comfort dinner!