Slow Cooker Hearty Taco Soup

Ingredients

• 500 g minced beef (or turkey/chicken)

• 1 onion, diced

• 1 red pepper, diced (optional)

• 1 can (400 g) chopped tomatoes

• 1 can (400 g) kidney beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 can (400 g) black beans, drained and rinsed

• 1 can (300 g) sweetcorn, drained

• 1 packet taco seasoning (or homemade – see below)

• 1 packet ranch seasoning (optional but adds great flavour)

• 3 cups beef stock (or chicken stock)

• 1 tablespoon tomato paste

• Salt and pepper, to taste