Ready in under an hour and always a winner!

In my opinion, taco soup is an easier recipe.

What Is Taco Soup?

Two Bowls of Stovetop Taco Soup Topped with Avocado Slices, Cotija Cheese, and Cilantro and Surrounded by Bowls of Toppings

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Taco soup is a beef-based soup thats simmered with ataco seasoning.

Take the taco bar concept and apply it to your soup!

Set out a variety of toppings and leave your guests to decide how to garnish their bowls.

Bowl of Stovetop Taco Soup Topped with Avocado Slices, Cotija Cheese, and Cilantro and Surrounded by Bowls of Toppings

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Store leftover soup in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

For complete control, exclude the salt entirely, then season the assembled soup to taste.

Turn the stove to medium heat and use a large spoon to break up the meat in the pot.

Stovetop Taco Soup in a Dutch Oven Topped with Cheese and Cilantro and Surrounded by Bowls of Sour Cream, Diced Red Onions, and Lime Wedges

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Add the diced onions and garlic to the pot with the ground beef.

Remove from the heat.

Use a spoon to remove excess fat from the pan and discard.

Stovetop Taco Soup in a Bowl Topped with Avocado Slices, Cotija Cheese, and Cilantro and Surrounded by Bowls of Toppings

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Stir in the fire-roasted tomatoes, beef stock, and green chiles.

Bring to a boil over medium heat.

Reduce the heat to medium-low and cover the pot.

Seasoned Ground Beef Cooking in Dutch Oven for Stovetop Taco Soup Recipe

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Simmer the soup for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.

Taste the soup, adjusting the seasoning to taste with salt or more taco seasoning.

Turn off the heat.

Onions and Garlic Added to Ground Beef for Taco Soup Recipe

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Stir in the shredded cheese and cilantro.

Serve topped with your favorite toppings.

Store leftover taco soup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days.

Cooked Ground Beef, Onions, and Garlic for Taco Soup

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Tomatoes and Beef Stock Added to Stovetop Taco Soup

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Black Beans and Corn Added to Taco Soup

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Stovetop Taco Soup in a Dutch Oven Surrounded by Bowls of Sour Cream, Diced Red Onions, and Lime Wedges

Simply Recipes / Marta Rivera Diaz