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Kim is an award-winning editor and copywriter with more than 25 years of experience. She started her career as a copywriter and broadcast producer at the Southeast’s largest full-service advertising agency, The Tombras Group. Since then, she has edited and written for a wide variety of clients, ranging from Fortune 500 companies to indie authors across multiple industries and topics.

She holds a bachelor’s degree in communications from the University of North Carolina, Chapel Hill, as well as a master’s degree in communications/advertising from The University of Tennessee, Knoxville.

Kim lives in Maryland with her husband, three children and a menagerie of pets.

Jacquelyne Froeber

Senior Editor, HealthyWomen

Jacquelyne Froeber is an award-winning journalist and editor. She holds a BA in journalism from Michigan State University. She is the former editor-in-chief of Celebrated Living magazine and has editing and writing experience for print and online publications, including Health magazine, Coastal Living magazine and AARP.org.

As a breast cancer survivor, Jacquelyne encourages everyone to perform self-exams and get their yearly mammograms.

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Paleo Taco Soup
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This flavorful and easy taco soup is totally Paleo. After you brown the ground beef and chop the veggies, the slow cooker does the rest of the work for you.

Prep Time: 10 Min
Cook Time: 6 Hr (slow cooker)
Ready In: 6 Hr 10 Min

Servings: 6

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 4 minced garlic cloves
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 1/4 teaspoon dried oregano
  • 1/2 teaspoon paprika
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 4 cups chicken stock
  • 1 (4-ounce) can of fire-roasted green chilies
  • 4 diced medium tomatoes*
  • 1 cup salsa
  • Avocado, sliced or cubed for topping (optional)
  • Cilantro, chopped for topping (optional)

Directions:

  1. In a large pan over medium-high heat, brown the ground beef. Drain excess fat.
  2. Add the meat to the slow cooker, along with all other ingredients. Cook on low heat for 6 hours minimum.
  3. To serve, top with avocado and cilantro, if desired.

* Note: You may substitute canned tomatoes if you don't have fresh tomatoes.

This recipe is courtesy of Gourmandize.com.

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