Adam's Famous Tortilla Soup

Berdie's Note:

My husband got this original receipe from his mom, but he has since made his own modifications. It's one of my faves and he has even made it for co-workers and they love it. I hope you will love it too!

• Total Time: 1 hrs 45 mins
• Prep Time: 45 mins
• Cook Time: 1 hrs

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 4 tablespoons butter
• 1⁄3; cup extra virgin olive oil
• 1 large onion , diced
• 1 fresh jalapeno , chopped (with or without seeds)
• 4 garlic cloves , chopped very fine
• 2 carrots , sliced
• 6 celery ribs , sliced
• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast , chopped finely
• ½ teaspoon cumin , powered
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• ½ cup flour
• 1 (14 ounce) can stewed tomatoes
• 4 teaspoons chicken bouillon cubes
• 6 -7 fresh cilantro stems , coarsely chopped
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• tortilla chips , slightly crushed
• sour cream , a dollop
• muenster cheese , shredded

Directions:

1. Heat Butter and oil in a large pot until butter is melted.
2. Sauté onion, jalapeño, garlic, carrots, celery and chicken; simmer 5 minutes.
3. Add cumin, salt, chili powder, lemon pepper and flour. Stir to blend.
4. Add tomatoes and chicken broth. Mix well. Simmer for 1 hour.
5. Add cilantro and lime juice.
6. Put in individual serving bowls in order of preference: tortilla chips, sour cream, cheese, and soup.