Spicy Hot Taco Soup/Chili

Mm Mm! This recipe is so easy and makes a huge batch. It's great for freezing and re-heating later. I modified my family's taco soup recipe, and now it has more of the consistency of chili. I'm not sure what to call it!

• Ready In: 1 hr
• Serves: 6-8

Ingredients

• 1⁄2 lb ground turkey
• 1⁄2 lb  ground sirloin
• 1 (15 ounce) can hot chili beans
• 1 (16 ounce) can  fat-free refried beans
• 1 (15 ounce) can dark red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (14 ounce) can  petite diced tomatoes with jalapenos (or green chilies)
• 1 (1 ounce) envelope  ranch dressing mix (not buttermilk)
• 1 (1 1/4ounce) envelope  taco seasoning
• 1  medium  chopped onion
• 1  cup water

• Optional Toppings

•  jalapeno
•  sour cream
•  cheese
•  onion
•  crushed tortilla chips
•  hot sauce

Directions

1. Brown meat and onion together.
2. Add water and seasoning envelopes.
3. In a large pot, combine all five cans with the meat and mix thoroughly.
4. Simmer for 30-45 minutes.