This taco soup is quick and easy to prepare, and it cooks hands-free in the slow cooker. Top this delicious, thick soup with a dollop of sour cream and some shredded cheese or thinly sliced green onions. Garnish with crispy fried tortilla strips (see the how-to below) but coarsely crumbled tortilla chips would be excellent as well.

Take a look at the tips and variations below the recipe instructions for some additional ideas and substitutions.