Crock Pot Taco Soup

Ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef or turkey, browned and drained
• 1 onion, chopped (optional)
• 1 packet taco seasoning
• 1 packet ranch seasoning mix
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) pinto beans, drained
• 1 can (15 oz) corn, undrained
• 1 can (15 oz) diced tomatoes, undrained
• 1 can (10 oz) Rotel (mild or hot)
• 2 cups beef broth (or chicken broth)

Instructions

1. Brown the meat (unless using precooked):
2. Cook ground beef or turkey with onion until browned. Drain excess fat.
3. Dump everything in the Crock Pot:
4. Add meat, all canned ingredients, seasonings, and broth.
5. Cook:
6. Low: 6–8 hours
7. High: 3–4 hours
8. Stir & taste:
9. Adjust seasoning, add more broth if you like it thinner.

Serve with...

• Shredded cheese
• Sour cream
• Fritos or tortilla chips
• Avocado
• Cilantro
• Lime wedges

Shortcuts & Variations

• Swap ranch packet for 1 tbsp homemade ranch seasoning if avoiding packaged mixes.
• Add 1 cup frozen corn if you prefer over canned.
• Use fire-roasted tomatoes for extra flavor.
• Add a can of kidney beans or extra Rotel for more spice.