LOW FAT CROCK POT TACO SOUP

November 02, 2013

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Are you a crock pot lover? Maybe you’ve had some bad experiences with your slow cooker and just haven’t found a recipe that came out well. The biggest culprit of crock pot mishaps is having food come out dry!! Who loves that?? Not I! Crock Pot fails are the biggest reason most of us won’t choose to use this handy kitchen appliance. BUT if you are willing to give the crock pot another chance, this is a recipe that will make your family sings praises to you!

1 pound 93% lean ground turkey
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 cup chopped onion
1 can (28 ounces) crushed tomatoes
1 can (15.5 ounces) black beans, drained, rinsed
1 can (15.5 ounces) pinto beans, drained, rinsed
1 cup mild salsa
2 cans (10 ounces) diced tomatoes with green chili’s
1 tablespoon taco seasoning
1 teaspoon cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon chili powder
½ teaspoon pepper
1-2 cups water to thin out to liking
Optional Toppings: Shredded cheddar cheese, scallions, sour cream, tortilla chips, avocado

In a large saute pan, add oil, garlic and onion and cook until softened. Add turkey and cook until browned. Add all remaining ingredients into crock pot. Cook on low 4 hour- 6 hours. Use water to thin out...
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Nutritions

Calories
378

Sodium
742mg
30% DV

Fat
5g
8% DV

Protein
26g
52% DV

Carbs
56g
19% DV

Fiber
14g
58% DV

Dinner