A few pantry staples and a pound of ground beef simmer away for this classic slow-cooker taco soup.

Filling and warm, it’s also simple to prepare.

Learn how to make slow-cooker taco soup.

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What Is Taco Soup?

A popular dish that’s easy to make, taco soup is fun, flavorful, and totally customizable.

Reheat on the stovetop or back in the slow-cooker until hot throughout when ready to serve.

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Garnish fresh before serving.

Taco soup can also be made ahead and frozen.

Bring the prepared soup to room temperature before transferring to freezer-safe zip-top bags or containers.

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Thaw overnight in the refrigerator before reheating on the stovetop or back in the slow-cooker until hot throughout.

Serve with fresh toppings.

To round out the meal, pair with a side ofcornbread, a light salad, orriceif desired.

ingredients for taco soup in slow cooker

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)pkg.taco seasoning

1(15.5-oz.

)canchili beans, drained

1(14.5-oz.

)cantomatoes, garlic, and onions

1(14.5-oz.

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)canstewed tomatoes

1(15.5-oz.

)cankidney beans, drained

1(15.5-oz.

)canpinto beans, drained

1(15.25-oz.

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)canwhole kernel corn, drained

1(1-oz.

Add onions, and cook until tender and translucent.

Add one package of taco seasoning, and stir until meat is covered.

Add ingredients to slow cooker:

Spoon ground beef mixture in the bottom of the slow-cooker crock.

Add remaining ingredients, and stir to combine.

Cook soup:

Cook on HIGH for 4 hours or LOW 6 hours, stirring occasionally.

Serve:

Ladle into bowls, top with preferred garnishes, and serve.