Taco beef soup

This is a favorite at our house.

1/2 lb ground beef ( I use a pound)
1 1/2 c. water
1 (16 oz) can kidney beans ( I use 3 to 4 cans)
1/2 env. taco seasoning mix ( I use a full packet)
shredded Cheddar cheese
sour cream
1/4 c chopped onion(Optional)
1 (16 oz.) Can stewed tomatoes
1 (8oz.) tomato sauce
1 chopped avocado(optional)
In a large saucepan, cook beef and onion until meat is browned. Drain off fat. Add water, undrained tomatoes( cut in small pieces), undrained kidney beans, tomato sauce and taco seasoning. Simmer covered for 15 minutes. Serve and pass cheese, chips, avocado and sour cream to add to your own bowl. Makes 6 servings.
Note: I always drain my beans. We don't get as gassy that way. You may need to add extra water. If you want to make 6 servings don't follow the amount that I use. I make a huge pot of it.