Taco Soup

When we lived in Michigan during my husband's 2 years of business school, the kids and I were invited to a friend's house for dinner.  She made this taco soup and apologized for it's simplicity.  I was impressed just by the dinner invitation and didn't really care what she served us but this soup hit the spot.  I had never heard of Taco Soup before and it was delicious!  I promptly asked her for the recipe :).  This meal has become a staple, not only for my family, but for many friends and family members who have since asked me for the recipe.  Taco soup might be eaten more often in our house than any other meal.  Everyone loves it and it is super fast to throw together.  We love it!

 Taco Soup

1-1/2 lbs. ground beef

½ cup chopped onion

1 – 28 oz. can diced tomatoes , undrained

1 -16 oz. can dark red kidney beans, undrained

1-17 oz.. can corn, undrained

1-8 oz. can tomato sauce

1 package taco seasoning, (or ¼ cup)

2 cups water

Brown ground beef and onion together and then add the remaining ingredients.  Bring to a boil and simmer for at least 15 minutes on the stove top or transfer to crock pot and cook on low for 3 to 4 hours.

Garnish soup with shredded cheese, sour cream and tortilla chips.