Hearty Crockpot Taco Soup

SEASONING:

• 1 1/2 Tbsp chili powder
• 3 tsp ground cumin
• 2 tsp kosher salt
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1/2 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 tsp onion powder
• 1/2 tsp dried oregano (Mexican oregano is wonderful if you have it)
• 1/2 tsp black pepper
• 1/8 - 1/4 tsp red pepper flakes
• pinch cayenne pepper

SOUP:

• Drizzle of olive oil
• 1 lb. ground beef
• 1 lb. ground turkey
• 1 large yellow onion , diced
• 1 - 2 (15 oz each) cans pinto beans , drained and rinsed
• 15 oz can dark red kidney beans , drained and rinsed
• 15 oz can whole kernel corn , drained
• 15 oz can Mexican-style stewed tomatoes
• 15 oz can petite diced tomatoes
• 1 - 2 (4 oz each) cans diced green chiles , drained
• 1/2 cup sliced black olives , drained
• 1 Tbsp better than bouillon beef base (optional but encouraged)
• 3 - 4 cups beef broth

GARNISHES:

• crispy tortilla strips or chips
• minced cilantro
• sour cream
• Diced avocado
• Sliced Jalapenos
• sliced green onions
• shredded cheese