New taco soup

Here’s a simple recipe for a New Taco Soup that’s flavorful and easy to make:

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef or turkey
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning mix
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 oz) corn kernels, drained
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (such as Rotel)
• 4 cups beef or chicken broth
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, tortilla strips

Instructions:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef or turkey over medium heat until fully cooked, breaking it apart with a spoon as it cooks.
2. Add the diced onion and bell pepper to the pot. Cook until the vegetables are softened, about 5 minutes.
3. Add the minced garlic to the pot and cook for an additional minute until fragrant.
4. Stir in the taco seasoning mix, black beans, kidney beans, corn kernels, diced tomatoes, diced tomatoes with green chilies, and broth.
5. Bring the soup to a simmer over medium heat. Reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for about 20-25 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
6. Taste the soup and season with salt and pepper as needed.
7. Serve the taco soup hot, garnished with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheese, sour cream, diced avocado, sliced jalapeños, chopped cilantro, and tortilla strips.
8. Enjoy your delicious New Taco Soup!

This soup is versatile, so feel free to customize it to your taste by adding other ingredients like diced green chilies, diced green onions, or a squeeze of fresh lime juice. It also freezes well for future meals!