Taco Soup by Suzanne

1 lb ground beef
1 pkg taco seasoning
¹⁄₂ c chopped onion
4 cups veg-tomato juice
1 c think & chunky salsa
1 med. Green pepper chopped

In a 4-quart saucepan, cook ground beef with onion and green pepper over medium to high heat, stirring occasionally until beef is done. Drain. Stir in seasoning mix, cook, and stir 1 minute. Stir in vegetable juice and salsa. Cook, stirring occasionally, until heated through, 3-5 minutes.

To serve: Thaw, heat through.

Optional: garnish with sour cream, shredded lettuce, shredded cheddar cheese, sliced green onion, chopped tomato, baked tortilla chips.