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Hearty Ranch Taco Soup with Ground Beef and Beans

This hearty ranch taco soup combines seasoned ground beef, beans, corn, tomatoes, and a flavorful blend of ranch and taco seasonings for a comforting one-pot meal. Packed with Mexican-inspired flavors, this easy soup is perfect for busy weeknight dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 8
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 pound lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 jalapeno pepper seeded and minced
  • 2½ cups water
  • 2 15-ounce cans crushed tomatoes
  • 2 15-ounce cans pinto beans, drained
  • 1 15-ounce can whole kernel corn, drained
  • 1 15-ounce can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 10-ounce can diced tomatoes and green chiles
  • 1 3.8-ounce can sliced black olives, drained
  • 2 tablespoons ranch dressing mix
  • 1 1-ounce envelope taco seasoning mix

Method
 

  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat.
  2. Add ground beef, chopped onion, and minced jalapeno pepper.
  3. Cook and stir until the beef is browned and crumbly, about 5 to 7 minutes.
  4. Drain any excess grease from the pot.
  5. Add water, crushed tomatoes, pinto beans, corn, black beans, diced tomatoes with green chiles, black olives, ranch dressing mix, and taco seasoning mix.
  6. Stir everything together until well combined.
  7. Bring the soup to a boil.
  8. Reduce the heat and simmer until the soup is heated through and the flavors combine.
  9. Serve warm with your favorite toppings.

Notes

  • The combination of ranch seasoning and taco seasoning creates the signature flavor of this soup.
  • Using canned beans and vegetables makes preparation quick and convenient.
  • Drain and rinse canned beans before adding them to improve texture and flavor.
  • Adjust the jalapeno amount depending on your preferred spice level.
  • This soup pairs well with toppings like cheese, sour cream, avocado, or tortilla chips.