Best Taco Soup Recipe (2025)

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What can I use to thicken taco soup? ›

Add Cornstarch or Flour

If you want to thicken up your taco soup quickly, cornstarch or flour could be your best friends. Mix one tablespoon of cornstarch or flour with equal parts water in a small bowl until smooth.

To Store: Store soup in the refrigerator for 3-4 days after making. Reheat in the microwave or on the stovetop. To Freeze: Allow creamy taco soup to cool completely. Place in a freezer-safe container or bag and freeze for up to 3 months.

How Much Taco Seasoning Is In a Packet? If your recipe calls for one packet of taco seasoning, how much DIY mix should you use? Different commercial brands package their taco seasonings in different amounts, but most packets contain about 1 ounce or 3 tablespoons of product.

Although the exact origin of tortilla soup is unknown, it is known that it comes from the Mexico City area in Mexico.

It's important to note that cornstarch has twice the thickening power of flour. If you need to substitute cornstarch to thicken liquid in a recipe that calls for ¼ cup (four tablespoons) flour, you only need two tablespoons cornstarch.

Food should not be at room temperature for more than two hours. Shallow containers or small amounts of hot food can be placed directly in the refrigerator or rapidly chilled in an ice or cold water bath before refrigerating.

The FDA says you should typically only keep leftovers in the fridge for up to four days (womp womp), but Randy Worobo, Ph. D., professor of food microbiology at Cornell University, tells SELF that they can potentially last for up to a week depending on how they're handled.

How Long Does Taco Soup Last? Once cooked, you can store your taco soup in the refrigerator for an additional 3-4 days. Just make sure that it is stored in an airtight container. For the best tasing soup, properly frozen soup will last 4-6 months in the freezer.

The major difference between McCormick's 'Original' and their 'Premium' Taco Seasoning is that Premium also contains Smoked Paprika, Dehydrated Red and Green Bell Peppers, some Cocoa Powder and Black Pepper.

Packet Taco Seasoning replacement: if you only want to make enough taco seasoning to replace 1 packet, use the following amounts: 1 tablespoon chili powder. ¼ teaspoon garlic powder. ¼ teaspoon onion powder.

What is McCormick Taco seasoning made of? ›

SPICES (INCLUDING CHILI PEPPER, PAPRIKA, OREGANO), ONION, SALT, POTATO STARCH, SUGAR, GARLIC & NATURAL FLAVOR.

Sopa Azteca — or its more familiar name here in the U.S., tortilla soup — is a pasilla chile- and tomato-based broth that is then tailored to individual tastes at the table with myriad options for garnishes, including crispy fried tortillas, chicken, avocado, chicharrones, cilantro, salsa and limes.

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Caldo de pollo (chicken broth) is native to Mexico and has variants using beef, vegetables, corn and more. Countries from Guatemala and Colombia to Brazil and Paraguay have their own versions of caldo too, some with native ingredients and others served as breakfast.

The best item to thicken a soup is some sort of starch, whether from flour, cornstarch, arrowroot, or even a lot of potatoes. If it is a powder, mix it with cold water and stir to make a smooth, lump-free paste, and stir constantly as you add it to the soup. A little goes a long way!

Add Flour Or Cornstarch

You can thicken soup by adding flour, cornstarch, or another starchy substitute.

Cornstarch is a great option as it is a natural thickening agent, but you'll want to be careful about how much you use. Start with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch whisked together with cold water to create a slurry. Then, gradually add the slurry to the soup, letting it boil for one to two minutes before adding more.

Combine 2 tablespoons flour with every 1/4 cup cold water and whisk until smooth. Add the mixture to your sauce over medium heat, and continue to stir and cook until you've reached your desired consistency. Test with a spoon.