Taco Soup

I have been making this recipe for years.  A quick and simple soup that the family enjoys.  I usually top it with grated cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream.  Serve with tortilla chips.

Taco Soup

Ingredients

Makes 6 servings

• 1 pound ground beef

• 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

• 1 1/2 cups water

• 1 (15 ounce) can mild chili beans

• 1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained

• 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, rinsed and drained

• 1 (14.5 ounce) can stewed tomatoes

• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chile peppers

• 1 (4 ounce) can chopped green chilies

• 1 (1 ounce) package ranch salad dressing mix

Directions

1. In a Dutch oven or large kettle, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Add taco seasoning and mix well. Stir in remaining ingredients. Simmer, uncovered, for 15 minutes or until heated through, stirring occasionally.