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Santa Fe Soup

Santa Fe Soup: Hearty & Customizable for Every Taste

Discover the warmth of Santa Fe Soup, a customizable Tex-Mex inspired meal that brings comfort to any dinner table.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Soup
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Soup
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Or substitute with ground turkey or plant-based meat
  • 1 medium Onion (diced) Red or yellow onion based on preference
  • 3 cloves Garlic (minced) Fresh garlic for best flavor
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground for enhanced flavor
  • 10 oz Rotel Or use canned diced tomatoes with chilies
  • 16 oz Pinto Beans (drained) Can substitute with chickpeas
  • 15 oz Black Beans (drained) Feel free to mix with preferred bean varieties
  • 16 oz Kidney Beans (drained) Any variety of beans can be used
  • 1 can Corn Kernels (drained) Fresh or frozen corn can be substituted
  • 1 oz Taco Seasoning Or make your own blend
  • 1 oz Ranch Seasoning Can be omitted for vegetarian option
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Vegetable broth for vegetarian adaptations
For Toppings
  • 1 cup Sour Cream Greek yogurt as a healthier alternative
  • 1 cup Shredded Cheese Spicy pepper jack or vegan cheese
  • 1 medium Sliced Jalapeños Fresh, pickled, or roasted
  • 2 stalks Green Onions Shallots can be a milder alternative
  • 1 medium Avocado Or use as creamy guacamole

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. Brown the Ground Beef. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat over medium heat, add the ground beef, and cook until browned, about 5–7 minutes. Drain any excess grease.
  2. Sauté the Aromatics. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Stir in garlic, salt, and black pepper, cooking until garlic is fragrant, about 30 seconds.
  3. Mix in the Spices and Liquids. Sprinkle in taco and ranch seasoning, stirring to coat. Pour in beef broth, add Rotel, beans, and corn, mixing thoroughly.
  4. Let it Simmer. Cover and reduce heat to medium-low, simmer for about 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Taste and Adjust. After simmering, taste and adjust seasoning. If desired, add diced jalapeños or hot sauce.
  6. Serve with Toppings. Ladle the soup into bowls and allow customization with toppings like sour cream, cheese, jalapeños, green onions, or avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 25gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 1200IUVitamin C: 20mgCalcium: 200mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Ensure to taste and adjust seasonings before serving. This soup is customizable, allowing for various beans and proteins based on personal preferences.

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