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Friday, January 15, 2016

Taco Soup




This is a quick and easy soup you can easily put together and serve in no time at all. It relies on a few common pantry items, or some you put up yourself over the summer, and it's perfect for those cold fall or winter days.


What do you need to make Taco Soup?

  • Ground Beef
  • Beef Bone Broth or Stock
  • Taco Seasoning
  • Salsa
  • Corn Kernels (fresh, canned or frozen)
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese
  • Milk
  • Salt and Pepper to taste
  • 1 Jalapeno Pepper


RECIPE
Ingredients
2 cups (16 oz) beef bone broth or stock
1 lb. ground beef
2 tbsp. taco seasoning
2 cups salsa
2 cups milk
2 cups corn kernels
2 cups shredded cheddar cheese
1 sliced jalapeno pepper
salt and course-ground black pepper, to taste

Method
In a large saucepan, brown ground beef; drain any grease and return beef to pan. Add next 4 ingredients and bring to a low boil over medium-high heat, stirring often. Reduce heat and add cheese, sliced jalapeno, salt and black pepper. Stir until cheese is melted.

Taste soup and adjust seasonings to your taste. Simmer 20-30 minutes, stirring often. Serve hot with your choice of tortilla or corn chips.

Yield:  4 servings

Cooks note - recipe is easily doubled and freezes well.

Enjoy,

Mary

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