Taco-Pizza Sauce Soup

Mary E. Shrock

Sugarcreek, OH

Makes 8 servings

Prep. Time: 30 minutes

Cooking Time: 30 minutes

Ideal slow cooker size: 4-qt.

2 lbs. ground beef

1 small onion, chopped

1 Tbsp. taco seasoning

16-oz. can refried beans, or chili beans

3 qts. pizza sauce

salt and pepper to taste, optional

1. Brown meat with onion in large non-stick skillet. Drain.
2. Place browned beef and onions in slow cooker. Add taco seasoning, and then beans. Stir in pizza sauce and additional seasonings, if you wish.
3. Simmer on High for 30 minutes. Turn to Low and keep warm until ready to serve.

Tips:

1. Serve with sour cream, shredded cheese, and tortilla chips.
2. If the soup is too thick, add water or more pizza sauce.