Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
1.5 lb

ground beef

browned

1 unit

onion

diced

1 pkg

taco seasoning

dry

2 cup

pinto beans

undrained

1 cup

whole corn

undrained

1 pkg

ranch style original

dry

1 cup

ro-tel tomatoes

4 cup

water

Step 1
~8 min

Brown the ground beef in a large pot or Dutch oven.

Step 2
~8 min

Drain the excess fat from the ground beef.

Step 3
~8 min

Rinse the ground beef to remove any remaining fat.

Step 4
~8 min

Add the diced onion to the pot and cook until softened.

Step 5
~8 min

Stir in the taco seasoning, pinto beans (undrained), whole corn (undrained), Ranch Style dressing mix, Ro-Tel tomatoes, and water.

Step 6
~8 min

Bring the mixture to a simmer.

Step 7
~8 min

Reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes to 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Step 8
~8 min

Serve hot, topped with Fritos and grated cheese.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Add a dollop of sour cream or Greek yogurt for extra creaminess.

Adjust the amount of taco seasoning to your preferred spice level.

For a thicker soup, mash some of the beans against the side of the pot.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with tortilla chips, sour cream, shredded cheese, avocado, and salsa.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Guacamole
Mexican Rice

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Tex-Mex

Cultural Significance

A popular comfort food in the United States.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Casual gatherings
Potlucks
Super Bowl parties

Occasion Tags

Dinner
Lunch
Game Day
Potluck

Popularity Score

75/100

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