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Taco Soup

1 pound lean ground beef
1 medium onion, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
2/3 cup water
4 cups reduced-sodium V8 juice
1 cup chunky salsa
TOPPINGS:
3/4 cup shredded lettuce
6 tablespoons chopped fresh tomatoes
6 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
1/4 cup chopped green onions
1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
Tortilla chips, optional

In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook the beef, onion and pepper
over medium heat until meat is no longer pink and vegetables are tender; drain.
Stir in taco seasoning and water; cook and stir for 5 minutes or until liquid is
reduced. Add V8 juice and salsa; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer,
uncovered, for 5 minutes or until heated through. Top each serving with 2

Printed from tasteofhome.com Aug 29, 2008

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Taco Soup cont.

tablespoons of lettuce, 1 tablespoon of tomato and cheese, and 2 teaspoons of
green onions and sour cream. Serve with tortilla chips if desired.

Yield: 6 servings.