heartwarming chili

Although the official name for this recipe is Taco Soup, it's really a glorified chili that hits the spot on these cold fall days.  It's not only yummy,  it's also eye-catching with the red of the tomatoes, the yellow corn, and the dark kidney beans.

Taco Soup

2 lbs lean hamburger
1 medium onion, diced
1 clove garlic, minced
1 28-oz can crushed tomatoes
1 16-oz can diced tomatoes
1 16-oz can pinto beans
1 16-oz can kidney beans
1 16-oz can whole kernel corn
1 pkg taco seasoning mix
1 pkg ranch dressing mix

Garnish:

Curly corn chips
Sour cream
Shredded cheddar cheese

Brown hamburger and onion; drain.  Mix all ingredients in a large pan or slow cooker.  The longer it cooks the better.  Garnish with chips, sour cream and cheese.  Serve with extra corn chips or cornbread.