I have been making taco soup for years and it’s always a hit. G will eat an entire bowl! M is still not sure but is getting there.
For the kids I always give them a straw so they can drink the “juice” and use a spoon.
Ingredients:
-1 lb ground beef
-1 onion (chopped)
-1 bag frozen bell pepper (if this has onion, do not add more) or 2-4 fresh chopped peppers
-1 package taco seasoning (I use this)
-1 bag frozen corn
-2 cans chopped tomatoes
-2 cans black beans or a few cups of dry that you cook ahead of time.
-1 box beef broth (I use this)
-cornbread
-cheese
-sour cream
Process:
Brown meat. Combine all ingredients in a pot and cook until hot. Serve with sour cream, cheese, cornbread, etc.
You can modify this a lot to suit your needs. I don’t really follow the recipe exactly. It’s more of a guide.
I have added salsa if I have some left over that needs to get used up.
I have added tomato sauce, if I need led to use up some.
All the amounts are just suggestions. Add more/less depending on how you like it.
The last time I made it, I blended all the peppers and one can of tomatoes. I did this to make the “juice” more substantial for the kids. I don’t prefer it this way but it was good.
Usually I cook it in my Dutch Oven but I have made it in my Instant Pot, too.
Enjoy!!
