PANTRY FRIENDLY MEXICAN (TACO) SOUP!

ground beef

🥗Healthier: ground turkey

💰Cheaper: textured vegetable protein

Ground turkey is leaner, while textured vegetable protein is a budget-friendly meat alternative.

sour cream

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: creme fraiche

Greek yogurt offers similar creaminess with fewer calories.

cheddar cheese

🥗Healthier: reduced-fat cheese

💰Cheaper: monterey jack

Reduced-fat cheese lowers calories, while Monterey Jack is often less expensive.

tortilla chips

🥗Healthier: baked tortilla chips

💰Cheaper: corn tortillas

Baked chips reduce fat, while corn tortillas can be cut and baked for a budget-friendly option.

Brown ground beef and onion.

Add ranch and taco seasoning mixes and blend.

Add beans, tomatoes, and water.

Simmer several hours.

Garnish and serve.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

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