Easy Taco Soup

1 pound (500g) lean ground beef
1 small onion, chopped
4-5 cloves garlic, minced
4 cups (946ml) beef or chicken broth or stock
1 (15 oz) (432g) corn, drained
1 (15 oz) (425g) black beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 oz) (425g) chili beans in chili sauce
1 (28 oz) (793g) crushed tomatoes
1 (4 oz) (113g) chopped green chiles
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano, onion powder, and garlic powder
Salt, pepper, and cayenne pepper to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
STOVE TOP VERSION:
In a large dutch oven or pot brown the ground beef and onions until meat is no longer pink. Add the garlic and cook for 2 minutes.
Add remaining ingredients. Cover with lid and simmer for 15 minutes. Serve with toppings of choice. Can also be simmered longer if desired, just stir occasionally.
SLOW COOKER VERSION:
Place raw ground beef in the bottom of the crockpot and break up into small chunks (or if you prefer you can brown it). Add in all other ingredients except toppings and stir together.
Cover with lid and cook on high 4-6 hours or low 8-10 hours. Serve with desired toppings.

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