Can Can Taco Soup

I know, it's all canned stuff, you say ! 

But, most people have most of these things on hand, or could easily have access to them, and that was my goal. On a cold winter day, everyone needs a "one pot wonder" they can whip up in just a few minutes. And that's where the idea for this came from. 

I love anything with some Mexican flavor, and if it requires little preparation, even better ! So, grabbing some canned items, throwing them in a pot and heating them up seems like the perfect solution for a quick dinner. The refried beans in this virtually disappear, they really are just there to add a richness to the soup. You can add or subtract to this as you like, or it is delicious, just on its own. 

Can Can Taco Soup 

1 jar of your favorite salsa (I like hot, but you choose your temperature)

1 14.5 ounce can tomatoes with green chiles 

1 small can green chiles 

1 small can refried beans 

1 can garbanzo beans

2 cans Mexi-corn (with peppers), not drained 

2 cans canned chicken
1 can green enchilada sauce

1 teaspoon cumin 

1 teaspoon chili powder 

Salt and pepper to taste 

Open all of the cans, and put in a large pot. Heat all of these together, until bubbly and hot. Add ins, if you choose: 

Pasta 

Quinoa 

Cheese 

Sour Cream 

Jalapenos 

Now, this isn't quite as inexpensive as my other pantry soups, but if you leave out the chicken, it comes in at under $1.00 a serving !