Slow Cooker Taco Soup

I don't remember where I got this recipe, but we make this soup frequently.  I always have ingredients on hand to whip this together.  In one half hour in the morning, this soup can be put together and started in the slow cooker.  When you come home from work/the slopes/the lake (pick one), the house smells warm and spicy.  This is such a simple recipe, that it is a great one to take on vacation.  Imagine coming off the slopes and walking into the RV/condo/cabin/lodge (pick one) and smelling this!  Pass the bowls and  put out the crackers!


1 pound ground beef

1 large onion, chopped

1 (16 ounce) can chili beans, with liquid

1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, with liquid
1 (15 ounce) can whole kernel corn, with liquid
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 cups water
2 (14.5 ounce) cans peeled and diced tomatoes
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chili peppers
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning mix

In a medium skillet, cook the ground beef until browned over medium heat. Drain and set aside.

Put the ground beef, chopped onion, chili beans, kidney beans, corn, tomato sauce, water, diced tomatoes, green chili peppers, and taco seasoning mix into a slow cooker. Mix to blend, and cook on the low setting for 8 hours.

Serve with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, crackers, Fritos, or whatever toppings you prefer.