Taco Salad Soup

• 1 pound lean ground beef (90% lean)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 1 medium green pepper, chopped
• 1 envelope reduced-sodium taco seasoning
• 2/3 cup water
• 4 cups reduced-sodium V8 juice
• 1 cup chunky salsa
• 3/4 cup shredded lettuce
• 6 tablespoons chopped fresh tomatoes
• 6 tablespoons shredded reduced-fat cheddar cheese
• 1/4 cup chopped green onions
• 1/4 cup fat-free sour cream
• Tortilla chips, optional

1. In a large saucepan coated with cooking spray, cook the beef, onion and pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in taco seasoning and water; cook and stir for 5 minutes or until liquid is reduced.
2. Add V8 juice and salsa; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 5 minutes or until heated through. Top each serving with 2 tablespoons of lettuce, 1 tablespoon of tomato and cheese, and 2 teaspoons of green onions and sour cream. Serve with tortilla chips if desired.

ground beef, onion, green pepper, taco, water, chunky salsa, shredded lettuce, tomatoes, cheddar cheese, green onions, sour cream, tortilla chips

Taken from www.tasteofhome.com/recipes/taco-salad-soup/ (may not work)