kidding around

I hope some of you try this soup and enjoy it as much as my family does! When the kids ask “what’s for dinner?”, I KNOW they will respond with a cheer and not a grumble like they do for some meals…ahem.

So how do you make Tortilla soup?

Well, this is a very basic recipe- Nathan and I prefer a spicier version with a more red, chile broth but the kids like the basic broth and so that’s what I do the majority of the time.

ANYWAY, it’s super easy and I imagine you can complicate the soup making if you like…for instance, I make my own stock and just add a store roasted chicken. I usually have some chicken bones in the freezer and make a quick, but flavorful stock (if you want my method, just ask). I’m sure you can buy a good quality broth to save time, but making your own really isn’t too tough.

We like our soup with:

limes (lots of them to squeeze over the soup!)
monterey jack cheese
shredded cabbage
tortilla chips (I make my own- brush with veg. oil and slice into strips- don’t forget to sprinkle with salt and bake until crisp)
avocado
corn (we will just use frozen and everyone can throw in their own amount)

This is a great meal to feed a group and everyone loves all the bowls of condiments that they can add themselves!

Now go eat!