This robust soup is loaded with bold flavor and is packed with seasoned ground beef, beans, tomatoes, and veggies. It has all the flavors you love in a taco simmered in a hearty soup.
Tacos are a meal that my kids cannot get enough of. They love everything about the crispy, crunchy shells, seasoned beef, and fresh toppings. I love that they are super versatile and can be mixed up with different proteins, sauces, and additions. Whether they are crunchy or soft we don’t discriminate around here.
Our love of bold taco flavors inspired not only this Taco Soup recipe, but also recipes like this Taco Hashbrown Casserole, and this Taco Pasta. We love soups around here so creating a spicy bowl of comfort was top of mind–and I totally succeeded!
Making Taco Soup on the Stovetop
This soup is not difficult to make. In fact, it is almost a one-pot recipe. However, I prefer to cook the ground beef in a smaller skillet to have more control over draining excess grease. You do not ever want a greasy soup and that can happen if the excess fat is left in the soup pot.
- Season, and brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- In a 5-quart Dutch oven, bring water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, and add 8 teaspoons of Orrington Farms Beef Flavored Broth Base with Other Natural Flavor; stir until dissolved. If using beef broth, use one 32-ounce container as the juices from the tomatoes, corn, and beans add liquid to the soup.
- Increase heat, and add ground beef, taco seasoning, beans, corn, and all tomato products.
- Bring mixture to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer for 20 minutes.
- Serve with tortilla strips, sour cream, cheese, cilantro, and a lime wedge
Taco Soup Variations
- Ground Beef: Use lean ground beef for a healthier option, or substitute with ground turkey, chicken, or sausage for a different flavor profile.
- Triple the Beans: This recipe uses black beans, but feel free to experiment with other varieties like kidney, or pinto beans.
- Corn: Use frozen, canned, or fresh corn, depending on what’s in season or on hand.
- Cheese: While not included in the recipe itself, serving the soup with shredded cheese on the side adds another layer of heartiness and lets everyone customize their bowl.
- Broth: We love Orrington Farms Beef Flavored Broth Base but you can use a vegetable, or chicken broth base depending on your preferences. You will need one 32-ounce carton of broth.
- Spiciness: You can add additional canned green chilies to this to increase the heat, or you can top with fresh peppers.
Storing Taco Soup
To store leftovers, allow soup to fully cool and place the covered pan in the refrigerator. If the leftovers amounts are on the smaller side, transfer to a locking lid glass container. The tomatoes will stain plastic storage containers so glass is the best choice. This soup will last for up to 5 days if stored properly. To reheat, microwave leftovers, or heat on the stovetop until warmed throughout.
If freezing, allow the taco soup to cool. Transfer soup to a freezer-safe storage container and freeze for up to 3 months. To eat, thaw soup in the refrigerator until no longer frozen. Heat the soup on the stovetop until warmed throughout.
Taco Recipes to Try Today
- Crescent Rolls Taco Bake
- Taco Hashbrown Casserole
- Cheesy Taco Pasta
- Wonton Taco Cups
- Easy Taco Salad
Hearty Taco Soup with Ground Beef
Equipment
- 6 quart stockpot
- Wooden Spoon
- cutting board & knife
- Stovetop
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef 85% or leaner
- ½ teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon onion powder
- ¼ teaspoon salt
- ¼ teaspoon ground black pepper
- 4 cups water
- 8 teaspoons Orrington Farms Beef Flavored Broth Base
- 1 ounce taco seasoning
- 15 ounces black beans *don't drain
- 15.25 ounces canned corn *don't drain
- 20 ounces tomatoes with green chilies *don't drain
- 28 ounces crushed tomatoes *don't drain
- cilantro, lime, sour cream, cheese, tortilla strips *for garnish
Instructions
- Season, and brown ground beef in a skillet over medium heat. Drain any excess fat.
- In a 5-quart Dutch oven, bring water to a boil. Once boiling, reduce to a simmer, and add 8 teaspoons of Orrington Farms Beef Flavored Broth Base with Other Natural Flavor; stir until dissolved.
- Increase heat, and add ground beef, taco seasoning, beans, corn, and all tomato products.
- Bring mixture to a boil, and then reduce to a simmer for 20 minutes.
- Serve with tortilla strips, sour cream, cheese, cilantro, and a lime wedge.
This taco soup was perfect for taco Tuesday. The soup was packed with flavor any the extra toppings brings it to another level
Looooved this taco soup! It hit the spot after a long day!
This is definitely a flavorful soup with all the combination of meat, veggies,Spice and Herb flavors . Perfect Bowl for Dinner.
It’s packed with flavor and so easy to make. The combination of savory beef, beans, and spices is just what I needed on a cold night. Delicious!
MMM, this is awesome! Easy to make for a hearty weeknight meal! Thank you!