Ingredients
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- 1 tablespoon olive oil
- 1 pound ground beef or turkey
- 1 onion, diced
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 packet taco seasoning (or 2 tbsp homemade mix)
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
- 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained
- 1 can (10 oz) diced tomatoes with green chilies (like Rotel)
- 1 can (15 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 2 cups beef or chicken broth
- Salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
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- Brown the Meat: Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add ground beef or turkey and cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon.
- Sauté the Aromatics: Add onion and cook until soft, about 5 minutes. Stir in garlic and cook for another minute.
- Spice It Up: Add taco seasoning, cumin, and chili powder. Stir to coat the meat.
- Add the Goods: Pour in beans, corn, diced tomatoes, crushed tomatoes, and broth. Stir well.
- Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 20 minutes.
- Taste and Adjust: Add salt and pepper if needed. Ladle into bowls.
- Top It Off: Add your favorite toppings and serve hot.
Notes
- Veggie Option: Skip the meat and add more beans or lentils.
- Extra Heat: Add cayenne pepper or hot sauce to the pot.
- Creamy Style: Stir in a little cream cheese or heavy cream at the end.
- Slow Cooker Friendly: Brown the meat, then dump everything into the slow cooker on low for 6 hours.