Mexi Beef and Bean Soup

Prep Time: 10 Minutes

Cook Time: 20 Minutes

Ready In: 30 Minutes

Servings: 8

I also add in a few tablespoons dry ranch salad dressing mix also- feel free to adjust all ingredients to suit taste

Ingredients:

1 1/2 lbs lean ground beef

1 onion, chopped

2 tablespoons fresh minced garlic

1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and finely chopped (optional)

0.5 (4 ounce) can green chilies

1 (1 1/4 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

4 cups tomato juice (or use v-8 vegetable juice)

1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce

1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained

1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans

1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper (or to taste)

salt (optional or to taste)

grated cheddar cheese (1/4 cup per bowl or to taste)

chopped green onion (optional)

Directions:

1. In a large pot over medium-high heat cook the ground beef with onion garlic and jalapeno pepper until browned (about 10 minutes) drain fat.
2. Reduce heat to medium-low.
3. Add in all remaining ingredients (except the cheddar cheese and green onions) bring to a boil.
4. Cook stirring occasionally for about 20-30 minutes.
5. Ladle into 6-8 bowls, sprinkle with cheddar cheese and green onions.

By RecipeOfHealth.com