Beef Taco Soup

Ingredients:

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, diced
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 bell pepper, diced
• 1 jalapeno pepper, diced
• 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes
• 1 can (4 oz) diced green chilies
• 1 packet (1 oz) taco seasoning
• 4 cups beef broth
• 1 cup frozen corn
• Salt and pepper, to taste
• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, avocado, tortilla chips

Instructions:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, breaking it up with a wooden spoon as it cooks.
2. Add the onion, garlic, bell pepper, and jalapeno pepper to the pot and cook for 3-4 minutes, or until the vegetables are softened.
3. Stir in the black beans, diced tomatoes (with their juice), green chilies, and taco seasoning.
4. Add the beef broth and bring the mixture to a simmer.
5. Add the frozen corn to the pot and simmer the soup for 15-20 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender and the flavors have melded together.
6. Season the soup with salt and pepper to taste.
7. Ladle the soup into bowls and top with your desired toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro, avocado, or tortilla chips.

Enjoy your delicious Beef Taco Soup!