CONTEST-WINNING TACO SOUP

Contest-Winning Taco Soup image

I have to admit that when a good friend gave me this recipe, I wasn't certain I'd like it. But, after one taste, I changed my mind! My husband loves it-especially when the weather's cold. I've also fixed Taco Soup for my parents and in-laws, and taken it to church suppers. We live in a small oil-field town, and have two children, 7 and 5. I grew up on a ranch in the panhandle of our state, though, and even today I find I sure miss the country at times!

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Lunch

Time 45m

Yield 10 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

Ingredients

2 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
1 small onion, chopped
3 cans (14-1/2 ounces each) stewed tomatoes
1-1/2 cups water
1 can (16 ounces) lima beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (16 ounces) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, rinsed and drained
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) hominy, drained
3 cans (4 ounces each) chopped green chilies
1 envelope taco seasoning
1 envelope ranch salad dressing mix
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon pepper
Shredded cheddar cheese, optional
Tortilla chips, optional

Steps:

In a large Dutch oven, cook beef and onion over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. , Stir in the next 11 ingredients; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 30 minutes. Garnish with cheese and serve with chips if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 302 calories, Fat 7g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 44mg cholesterol, Sodium 1746mg sodium, Carbohydrate 34g carbohydrate (4g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 24g protein.