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Taco Soup with Hominy

Published: Feb 26, 2024 by Debra Clark · 15 Comments

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Mix up Taco Night with this easy Taco Soup Recipe. It's a little spicy and so delicious. This soup that's made with pantry staples! The whole family will love this meal.

Next time try the Taco Salad Casserole - it's so good!

Taco Soup in a black bowl
My Mom's recipe for the BEST Taco Soup!

Why you'll love this recipe

This is a recipe to keep in your back pocket for busy days or if you're trying to stretch a buck.

✔️ It's great for a beginning cook because if you can brown ground beef and use your can opener .....you can make this soup!

✔️ This is a simple soup packed with flavor.

✔️ It freezes great and tastes even better on day two!

This is my Mom's recipe, and she's been making it for years. It's a recipe I make it at least once a month. It's an easy recipe, good and pretty good for you too! That's the trifecta, in my opinion!

Best taco soup in pot on stove.
Start by browning the ground beef and adding the remaining ingredients.

Ingredients

For the exact measurements, please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post. 

  • a pound of ground beef - for meatiness in the soup, you can also use ground turkey or ground chicken.
  • onion - I like the sweetness of a yellow onion.
  • pantry items include canned olives and corn, kidney and pinto beans, hominy and/or green beans, chopped jalapenos, fire-roasted tomatoes, or Rotel tomatoes.
  • Mild taco seasoning - use a packet or make your own homemade taco seasoning mix.
Soup in bowl ready to eat!
Best easy Taco Soup Recipe, it has tons of flavor!!!

Instructions 

This is an overview of the instructions. For the complete directions just scroll down to the bottom!

  1. In a large dutch oven, brown ground beef.
  2. Add the chopped onion and taco seasoning packet and saute.
  3. Open the cans - DO NOT drain.
  4. Add all of the remaining ingredients in with the taco meat and onions.
  5. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil, stir well. Reduce heat to low, stirring occasionally.
  6. Simmer for an hour - serve and enjoy!

Crock Pot Instructions

  1. Brown the meat in a sauce pan and drain well.
  2. Add it to the slow cooker.
  3. Top with the remaining ingredients - stir to combine.
  4. Cover & cook on low for 4 hours.

Video

Click on the image to watch this fun video and see me make this recipe from start to finish with extra tips! (Video opens in a new tab).

Equipment

  • Ladle

FAQ's

What kind of beans go in taco soup?

Black Beans, kidney beans and pinto beans would be my first choice. However, if all you have in the pantry was cannellini or garbonzo beans, use those for an easy substitution.

Can you make Taco Soup in the Crock Pot?

Absolutely! Just brown the meat first. Then add all of the ingredients to the slow cooker.

What tones down spicy soup?

Dairy is the best way to tone down spiciness. Serve with a big dollop of sour cream! A touch of sugar or honey will help tame the heat of chiles as well.

Things to know

If desired, serve this soup with your favorite toppings like;

  • chopped tomatoes
  • jalapenos
  • Monterey jack or cojita cheese
  • sour cream
  • chips
  • lime wedges
  • pico de gallo

But seriously, this soup can stand on its own without any garnish - it's just delicious!

Taco soup in black bowl topped with sour cream
Warm spicy flavors in this recipe for the BEST Taco Soup!

Variations

  • Don't forget this soup freezes great, so freeze a quart for later. A gallon freezer bag works great for this. Then on day two....
  • Easy Nachos! Just drain the excess liquid and top your favorite chips, add some cheese and toss it into the oven to get the cheese all melty.
  • Top off a baked potato.
  • Delicious on a big salad.
  • No taco seasoning? Use a packet of ranch seasoning instead.
  • Add additional vegetables like chopped bell peppers, green chilies, and chopped red onion.

Want all my tips and tricks for making the BEST soups and stews? Click here for Homemade Soup; A Complete Guide

Storage

Refrigerate - Leftover soup should be stored in an airtight container for up to 3 days.

Freezer - Taco Soup freezes great. Label the container and freeze up to three months.

More hearty soup recipes

  • Potato Soup Recipe - this creamy soup is a great family meal for busy weeknights!
  • Navy Bean Soup with Ham is a slow cooked delicious meal. With rich flavor it's an easy to make, affordable meal that tastes even better on day two!
  • Rich and tender beef is the star of this recipe for Crockpot Beef Stew - did I mention it has dumplings? It's just SO GOOD!

Related recipes

I love all of the big hearty flavors in Mexican cuisine and soup? That definitely brings it! Some of my favorites include Mexican Meatball Soup, Authentic Posole and Slow Cooker Chicken Enchilada Soup.

A few more include:

  • Chicken Posole Verde - tender chicken, onions and hominy combined with earthy spices to make this amazing stew.
  • Chicken Chipotle Soup - a quick 30 minute hearty stew.

A few more to try are Wild Rice Chicken Soup, Supreme Pizza Soup or this 30-Minute Chicken Tortellini Soup recipe, which has all the flavor of a slowly simmered meal but only takes 30 minutes to make. It's hearty and satisfying too! 

Serve with

Are you wondering what to serve with Taco Soup? Here are my favorites!

  • Top with shredded cheddar cheese, green onions and tortilla strips.
  • Tortilla chips, corn chips or warm tortillas with Ground Beef Taco Dip - yum!
  • Serving it with a Chopped Salad is delicious!
  • Make a batch of these easy yeast rolls - yum!
  • Start the evening with a Blood Orange Paloma or Mexican Martini - make it a party!

Still hungry? Find a ton of ideas for What to Serve with Taco Soup here!

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Taco soup in black bowl topped with sour cream, A is used to scoop a big bite.
5 from 9 votes

Taco Soup with Hominy Recipe

This soup is spicy and delicious and made with pantry staples!
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Prep Time10 minutes mins
Cook Time1 hour hr
Total Time1 hour hr 10 minutes mins
Course: Soups and Stews
Cuisine: American
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 425kcal
Author: Deb Clark
Cost: $12

Ingredients

  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 medium onion chopped
  • 1 can sliced olives
  • 1 14.5 oz can kidney beans
  • 1 14.5 oz can pinto beans
  • 1 14.5 oz hominy don't like hominy? substitute a can of green beans
  • 1 14.5 oz can corn
  • 2 tablespoons canned jalapeños chopped *
  • 1 package taco seasoning
  • 2 14 oz cans fire roasted tomatoes
  • ½ cup water

Instructions

  • Brown hamburger meat and drain well.
  • Add the chopped onion and taco seasoning packet. Sauté for a couple of minutes. Open all of the cans - do not drain - and dump everything (juice and all!) in with the taco meat.
  • Increase the heat to high and bring everything to a boil, stir well.
  • Reduce heat to low, stirring occasionally. Simmer for one hour covered. Serve with chopped cilantro, sour cream & tortilla chips.

Notes

* I like a good amount of spice and use a 4 oz. can of diced jalapeños. To start I'd suggest starting with 2 tablespoons and then adding more jalapeños to top off your soup.
Crock Pot Directions
  • Brown the meat in a sauce pan and drain well.
  • Add it to the slow cooker.
  • Top with the remaining ingredients - stir to combine.
  • Cover & cook on low for 4 hours.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 425kcal | Carbohydrates: 77g | Protein: 19g | Fat: 4g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 35mg | Sodium: 684mg | Potassium: 659mg | Fiber: 7g | Sugar: 50g | Vitamin A: 525IU | Vitamin C: 14mg | Calcium: 61mg | Iron: 3.4mg

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    Hey I'm Deb Clark, and I'm the owner of Bowl Me Over! We live in the sleepy little town of Scappoose, Oregon. And I admit it... I love food! Join me in this foodie journey (even if you've never cooked before!) I will help you learn to be confident in the kitchen! Want to learn more? Let's stay connected, you can email me at debra@bowl-me-over.com and find me on Facebook, Pinterest, Instagram, Twitter and YouTube.

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    1. Lois says

      December 19, 2023 at 6:02 pm

      5 stars
      We had this Taco soup today. It is just the best. So easy to put together and so tasty to eat. Just what the busy house hold needs to make a wonderful fullfilling meal

      Reply
    2. Debb says

      September 01, 2023 at 12:02 pm

      5 stars
      This is so so good. And you can heat it up or cool it down however you want.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        September 01, 2023 at 5:08 pm

        Thanks Debb - I'm glad this soup was a hit! It's part of our meal rotation here. Thanks for sharing!

        Reply
    3. Robert says

      March 30, 2022 at 8:02 am

      5 stars
      Great sounding and great looking soup

      Reply
    4. Larry says

      March 03, 2022 at 10:21 am

      This looks very good and easy to make but you only mention adding 1/2 cup of water. Even if you don't drain the liquid from any of the canned vegetables I would think you'd have to add beef broth.

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        March 03, 2022 at 12:38 pm

        Nope, I don't add any beef broth Larry - just dump and go. You can certainly add it if you'd prefer a more soupy soup!

        Reply
    5. Liza says

      November 27, 2018 at 10:18 am

      5 stars
      My husband loves Mexican flavors! And I'm always nervous about making Mexican because I'm not familiar with this cuisine! But this recipe sounds so doable! I HAVE to make it! Thanks!!

      Reply
    6. Michelle Turner says

      November 26, 2018 at 6:14 am

      I know what's for dinner tonight. Perfect after TOO MUCH TURKEY.

      Reply
    7. Angela @marathonsandmotivation.com says

      October 09, 2016 at 6:55 pm

      Soup season is here...can't wait to try this, Pinned 🙂

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        October 12, 2016 at 3:17 pm

        Awesome - let me know what you think Angela!

        Reply
    8. christine says

      July 17, 2016 at 7:08 pm

      My son just discovered his love for tacos. This will be an awesome way for me to switch up taco night. I can only eat tacos so many nights - this will be a great way for him to still have the flavors but in a soup!

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        July 18, 2016 at 1:40 pm

        Thanks Christine - I just love this soup, my Mom has made it for years. It's so good!

        Reply
    9. Healing Tomato says

      May 19, 2016 at 9:56 pm

      5 stars
      This looks so hearty and delicious. I have always wanted to make a taco soup. I think I will try using some homemade sofritos in place of the beef.

      Reply
    10. Psychic Nest says

      May 18, 2016 at 9:18 am

      5 stars
      Hi Debra,

      What a full of flavor recipe! I do it as well to my mom's recipes, I change them so as to fit my taste. Your taco soup looks really easy to make and I can't wait to try it. Thank you for sharing!

      Zaria

      Reply
      • Bowl Me Over says

        May 18, 2016 at 4:25 pm

        Wonderful, thanks Zaria - we've enjoyed this soup for many years, I hope you do too! Thanks for stopping by!!

        Reply
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