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Santa Fe Soup

Savory Santa Fe Soup Ready in 30 Minutes for Cozy Nights

Santa Fe Soup is a hearty, customizable Tex-Mex soup, perfect for chilly nights, quick to prepare, and packed with flavor.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 bowls
Course: Soups
Cuisine: Tex-Mex
Calories: 450

Ingredients
  

For the Soup Base
  • 1 lb Ground Beef Substitute with ground turkey or chicken for a lighter option.
  • 1 cup Onion, diced Ensure it's finely diced for even cooking.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Use garlic powder if fresh is unavailable.
  • 1 tsp Salt Adjust to taste based on dietary needs.
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper
  • 10 oz Rotel Can be substituted with diced tomatoes and jalapeños for a milder flavor.
For the Beans
  • 16 oz Pinto Beans, drained Can swap with black beans or chickpeas.
  • 15 oz Black Beans, drained Ensure cans are rinsed to reduce sodium.
  • 16 oz Kidney Beans, drained Skip if a single type of bean is preferred.
For the Extras
  • 1 can Corn, drained Fresh or frozen corn can also be used.
  • 1 oz Taco Seasoning Homestyle blends can be made with cumin, paprika, and chili powder.
  • 1 oz Ranch Seasoning Optional but highly recommended for extra depth.
  • 2 cups Beef Broth Use vegetable broth for a vegetarian option.

Equipment

  • Large pot or Dutch oven

Method
 

Cooking Steps
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat over medium heat and add the ground beef. Cook for about 6–8 minutes, breaking it apart until fully browned and no longer pink. Drain excess grease.
  2. Add the diced onion and sauté for 3–4 minutes until translucent. Then, introduce the minced garlic, salt, and black pepper, cooking for an additional 30 seconds until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the taco seasoning and ranch seasoning. Pour in the beef broth and add in the Rotel, pinto beans, black beans, kidney beans, and corn. Mix everything together.
  4. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer, cover the pot, and cook over medium-low heat for 30 minutes. Stir occasionally to promote even cooking.
  5. After simmering, taste the soup and adjust seasoning if needed. Ladle into bowls and offer toppings like sour cream, cheese, or avocado.

Nutrition

Serving: 1bowlCalories: 450kcalCarbohydrates: 40gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 8gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.5gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 10gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 400IUVitamin C: 15mgCalcium: 60mgIron: 4mg

Notes

Consider stirring in sour cream or cream cheese for extra creaminess. This soup tastes even better the next day!

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