Taco Beef Soup

A quick and easy ground beef and kidney bean soup seasoned with a taco mix and served with a garnish of avocado and shredded cheddar cheese.

Recipe Ingredients:

1/2 pound ground beef
1/4 cup chopped onion
1 (16-ounce) can whole tomatoes
1 (8-ounce) can kidney beans
1 (8-ounce) can tomato sauce
1 packet taco seasoning mix
1 1/2 cups water
1 avocado, peeled, pitted and chopped for accompaniment
Shredded cheddar cheese for accompaniment

Cooking Directions:

1. Brown ground beef and chopped onion in a saucepan, stirring frequently; drain.
2. Add whole tomatoes, kidney beans, tomato sauce, taco seasoning mix, and water. Bring to a simmer, covered, over medium heat and cook for 4 minutes. Serve with chopped avocado and shredded cheddar cheese.

Makes 6 servings.