Taco Soup-Lacie and Steve

Ingredients
2 lbs ground beef (extra lean)
1/2 package of taco seasoning mix
1 1/2 cups water
1 can mild chili beans
1 can corn
1 can black or pinto beans
1 can stewed tomatoes
1 can diced tomatoes with green chillies
1/2 package of ranch seasoning mix

Preparation
brown ground beef
add taco seasoning
mix well

Cooking Instructions
transfer beef to large pot
add remaining ingredients
simmer for 15 minutes or longer

Garnish with cheese, sour cream, avocado, and tortilla chips

Makes 6 servings