{Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (2024)

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{Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (1)

Sometime this fall, the evening will be cool with just the hint of a chill in the air. You’ll be tapping your fingers on your lips, wondering what in the world you should make for dinner. The old standbys run through your mind and then you’ll remember this recipe, one you’ll want to make again and again, especially as the season turns cold.

Found in a community cookbook, I can tell you this has been a gem of a discovery. I love how this soup comes together like chili with flavors from the tomatoes, thickness from the refried beans, and subtle pops of crunch from the corn. You’ve probably tasted Taco Soup recipes before, but this is the best! You’ll love it and I hope it will become a standby for you too!

Taco Soup

Ingredients:

1 lb. Lean Ground Turkey

1 Large onion chopped

1 15 oz can kidney beans

1 15 oz can fat free refried beans

1 15 oz can chili beans

1 16 oz can whole corn, undrained

1 16 oz can chopped tomatoes

1 4 oz can tomato sauce

1 ½ c. water

1 4.5 oz can chopped green chilies

1 pkg Taco seasoning

1 pkg Ranch Dressing mix

Directions:

Brown turkey and onion. Add all remaining ingredients, bring to a boil and allow to simmer for 15 minutes.

For amazing results stir in a spoon of sour cream. You can also pour this soup over some taco chips or taco hand pie, and crumble them over the top with some shredded cheese. This would also be a great topping over a hot dog or baked potato. There are just so many possibilities!

For the Weight Watcher crowd out there, this has a Points Plus value of 3 for 1 cup. Thanks Betty for keeping me on track!

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    • {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (4)Christene {WhipperBerry} says

      Ashley, welcome! I am with you on loving Tacos!

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  1. {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (5)Posti4 says

    Sounds perfect for dinner! Thanks for the Weight Watchers points. How did you know I need to go back?Ha!

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    • {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (6)Christene {WhipperBerry} says

      Right there with ya, friend! Always on the lookout for WW friendly recipes, so I try to include them for you too!

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  2. {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (7)Stacy says

    Thanks for this! I’m sure it will become a staple in my fall rotation!

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    • {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (8)Christene {WhipperBerry} says

      Enjoy, Stacy! Aren’t you so glad it’s Fall!!

      Reply

  3. {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (9)Brenda says

    Thanks for posting this. I made it tonight for dinner and my family loved it. Although it is not quite “fall” here in Arizona. It still hit the spot.

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    • {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (10)Heather says

      Oh good! Yea, we have the same problem here in Vegas. I guess I think to pretend!
      kisses
      heather

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    • {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (11)Christene {WhipperBerry} says

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it! We’ve had a couple rainy cool days here in Vegas and I’ve been eternally optimistic that Fall may be here. Us desert Gals have to eat soup even when it’s still warm, huh?

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  4. {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (12)stephanie says

    I make a black bean soup that is similar. I use black beans, corn, diced tomatoes, ground beef and taco seasoning.
    The ranch seasoning sounds interesting. I will have to try this version next time I make it. Thanks for sharing.

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    • {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (13)Christene {WhipperBerry} says

      Love the idea of black beans. Yum! I thought the ranch mix was a super cool addition. It gave this soup something special. I hope you try and enjoy!

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  5. {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (14)Glory/ Glorious Treats says

    Looks delicious! We have a similiar recipe in our family, and we always love it!
    (stumbled)

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    • {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (15)Christene {WhipperBerry} says

      Thanks Glory! I hope you enjoy!

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  6. {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (17)Stephanie Goldsmith says

    I’m making this tonight! I scratch my head everyday wondering what healthy food I will serve my ‘junk-only-please’ kids! Can put your little logo on my blog? Would love to tell friends about you! I FB’ed it too!

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  7. {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (18)Mama B says

    That sounds good. It’s been so long since I’ve used ground anything in something like this. My son doesn’t like ground meat in chili, so I’ve found a good substitute is lentils & bulgur, with some peeled, diced eggplant. The texture is very similar, and still really nutritious.

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  8. {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (19)theultimatefoodaddict says

    this looks so good, filling and yummy! so creative of you! keep up the good work! 🙂

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  9. {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (20)Melissa says

    Looks delicious!

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  10. {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (21)redfly says

    ThanksRecipe 🙂

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  11. {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (22)fzraomcyvb says

    Thank you for the well-written write-up. I greatly appreciated your generosity and help you offer through the no cost tips on your blog, especially the ones provided through this article. I know Betty would love to find out more of your blog post. We’ve sent your website link to her. We appreciate your thoughtfulness within this difficult time.

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  12. {Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (23)petar says

    : ))

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{Recipe} Taco Soup ~ Perfect for a Crisp Fall Dinner (2024)

FAQs

What is taco soup made of? ›

Ingredients
  • 3 pounds ground beef.
  • 2 onions, chopped.
  • 2 (15 ounce) cans pinto beans.
  • 2 (16 ounce) packages frozen corn kernels.
  • 3 (10 ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green chile peppers.
  • 6 serrano peppers, crushed.
  • 1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix.
  • 1 (1 ounce) package ranch dressing mix.

What can you add to taco soup to make it less spicy? ›

Scoop a dollop of sour cream into your bowl of soup and stir it into the broth. The fat in the sour cream will help mask the spices and make your soup creamier. If the soup still tastes too spicy, drop in more sour cream until it's palatable. Sour cream works well for chili, chowder, and taco soup.

How do you thicken taco soup? ›

One option is to add crushed tortilla chips or tortilla strips to the soup. The chips will dissolve and create a thicker consistency. Another alternative is to use instant mashed potatoes. Simply sprinkle some into the soup and stir well, allowing it to thicken before serving.

What is the liquid in soup made of? ›

Soup is a primarily liquid food, generally served warm or hot (but may be cool or cold), that is made by combining ingredients of meat or vegetables with stock, milk, or water. Hot soups are additionally characterized by boiling solid ingredients in liquids in a pot until the flavors are extracted, forming a broth.

What is Mexican soup made of? ›

Tortilla soup is Mexican soup. Name from fine corn tortilla pieces submerged in a broth of tomato ,garlic, onion,and chili de Arbol and epazote. Served with sour cream fresh avocado, fresh cheese cubes, and pieces of pasillia chilies.

Will sour cream make soup less spicy? ›

Add Dairy. While we'd never recommend serving a bowl of gumbo with a dollop of sour cream, it's a great way to tone down the spiciness of other dishes, like black bean soup, chili, or tacos.

Why does my chicken tortilla soup taste bland? ›

Spices. For this soup, you will need paprika, chili powder, cumin, and salt. These spices give the soup depth and flavor. Without them, the soup would be bland and taste nothing like the traditional chicken tortilla soup you remember.

Does sugar make soup less spicy? ›

Sweet Defeats Heat

Adding something sweet to a too-spicy dish is another great way to reduce spiciness. A sprinkle of sugar or honey should do the trick.

How do you make soup creamier and thicker? ›

Add flour or cornflour

Put a tablespoon of either into a small bowl and stir in 2-3 tbsp of the soup until you have a smooth mixture. Stir this back into the soup and bring it to a simmer. Cook for a few minutes to allow the starch granules to burst to thicken, and to cook out any flour flavour.

Is it better to thicken soup with flour or cornstarch? ›

It's important to note that cornstarch has twice the thickening power of flour. If you need to substitute cornstarch to thicken liquid in a recipe that calls for ¼ cup (four tablespoons) flour, you only need two tablespoons cornstarch.

What is the best thickener for soup? ›

Add Flour Or Cornstarch

You can thicken soup by adding flour, cornstarch, or another starchy substitute. For the best results, never add flour or cornstarch directly to your soup. If you do, it will clump up on top. Instead, ladle a small amount of broth into a separate bowl and let it cool.

What is Birria taco soup made of? ›

Birria is a traditional soup that originated in Jalisco, Mexico. It is a rich stew that's typically made with either goat or lamb. But now, beef (rez) is the most commonly used meat. It's traditionally served in a consomé broth, along with a mixture of white onion, cilantro and fresh lime juice.

What is tortilla soup made of? ›

Chicken tortilla soup actually is an authentic Mexican dish. The traditional soup is made with chicken broth, tomatoes, garlic, onion, chiles, and fried tortilla strips. There are also variations of the soup, like ones that include beans.

Does taco soup have a lot of calories? ›

Every serving has 18 grams of protein, only 210 calories, and tons of a super filling veggies. Like any dump soup, you can add just about anything you want with minimal impact on flavor.

What is soup made of? ›

soup, liquid food prepared by cooking meat, poultry, fish, legumes, or vegetables with seasonings in water, stock, milk, or some other liquid medium.

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