Taco Soup!

This past week has been absolutely crazy. Josh's grandfather died this past Wed., and the viewing was Fri., the graveside service Sat. And my pregnant friend that I made the dinner for, she ended up losing her baby. The funeral for that was Fri. as well. It feels like it's just been one thing after another. And Elijah has an ear infection. And Jonah and Isaiah are both teething... Ever feel like things are coming at you from all sides? But it's a new week, and hopefully things will be calmer this week!
Anyway, I hope you guys are enjoying the snow as much as we have! Elijah & Isaiah have had fun taking turns pulling each other in the sled, and they've been giving Jonah a ride as well. :)
On a cold, snowy day like today, what sounds better than a soup in the crockpot? Taco soup is one of my favorites! I got to use my new Pampered Chef products this morning when I was fixing it. I used the mix 'n chop when I was browning the meat and then the oven mitt is good for draining it, too. (Next on my list is the scoop 'n drain!)
Depending on where you get your canned foods, taco soup is a really affordable meal. I get most of our canned foods at the Super Dollar in Vinton, and most of the cans are around 40 cents each. If you go with the low-sodium cans, this can be a really healthy food as well!

Taco Soup

1 lb. lean ground meat, browned (I use venison, but you can use chicken, turkey, or beef)
1 small chopped onion
1 can UNdrained chili beans
1 can UNdrained kidney beans
1 can UNdrained corn
1 small can tomato sauce
1 c water
1 large can UNdrained petite diced tomatoes
1 can DRAINED diced green chilies
1 pkg. taco seasoning

Mix all ingredients in a slow cooker. Mix and cover. Cook low 8 hours. Serve with sour cream, Mexican blend shredded cheese, and tortilla chips. (All optional, but makes it especially delicious!)