Back To School $5 Frugal Dinner : Taco Soup

1 lb lean ground beef (or turkey)
1 onion, chopped
1 pkg taco seasonings
1 pkg dry Ranch seasonings
2 large cans diced tomatoes, undrained
1 can Rotel tomatoes, undrained
1 can black beans
1 can pinto beans
1 can whole kernel corn

Brown meat and onion. Drain. Add seasonings. Drain beans and corn. Add to meat along with tomatoes. Simmer until well blended and hot. Eat and enjoy.
Add a bit of grated cheese or sour cream and this simple soup is perfect for cold nights.

cost break down

1 lb turkey $2
onion (in pantry)
taco seasoning (in pantry)
dry ranch seasoning (in pantry)
2 large cans diced tomatos $1.00
1 can rotel tomatos .50
1 can black beans .50
1 can pinto beans .50
1 can corn .50
total $5