Le Top Chef Series: Tortilla Soup

Time to pull out that crock pot again for a taste that’s South of the border.  This recipe was passed down from friend to friend and is always sure to please.

Preparation Time: 20 minutes
Cooking Time: 4-8 hours

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 can of each: kidney beans, hominy and pinto beans (undrained)
• 1-2 can stewed or diced tomatoes
• 1 can diced green chilies
• 1 small onion, diced
• 1 pack taco seasoning
• 1 pack ranch dressing
• 1 pound ground beef
• shredded cheese
• sour cream
• corn chips

INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Brown meat and drain.
2. DO NOT drain anything from the canned goods.
3. Pour all ingredients into crockpot and cook on low for 8 hours (or high for 4 hours.)
4. Top with corn chips, shredded cheese, sour cream, green onions.

If you substitute a can of Ro-Tel diced tomatoes & green chilies for one can of the diced tomatoes than you don’t need to add the onion or chilies because they are already included in the can.