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Easy Hearty Crockpot Taco Soup Recipe Perfect for Cozy Weeknights

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A flavorful and comforting crockpot taco soup that combines seasoned ground beef, beans, and spices for a hearty meal perfect for cozy weeknights.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) ground beef (85% lean)
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) black beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (15 oz / 425g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can (14.5 oz / 411g) diced tomatoes (fire-roasted preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons tomato paste
  • 4 cups (1 liter) beef broth (low-sodium)
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
  • 1 teaspoon oregano
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • ½ teaspoon black pepper
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheddar, sour cream, avocado slices, cilantro, crushed tortilla chips

Instructions

  1. Heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, breaking it apart with a wooden spoon until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  2. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the skillet; cook until softened and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
  3. Transfer the beef mixture to your crockpot. Add black beans, kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and beef broth.
  4. Stir in chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika, oregano, salt, and black pepper. Mix well to combine.
  5. Cover and cook on low for 4 to 6 hours, or on high for 2 to 3 hours until soup is bubbling gently and flavors meld.
  6. Before serving, stir the soup and adjust salt and pepper to taste. For thicker soup, mash a few beans or simmer uncovered for 15 minutes.
  7. Ladle soup into bowls and top with desired toppings such as shredded cheddar, sour cream, avocado slices, cilantro, or crushed tortilla chips.

Notes

Brown the beef before adding to the crockpot to build flavor. Rinse canned beans to reduce sodium and prevent cloudiness. Adjust cooking time based on your crockpot’s heat settings. Soup thickens if simmered uncovered or beans are mashed. Use toppings to add texture and freshness.

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