Classic Tortilla Soup

Submitted by Dirty Bird

"This is the recipe you have been looking for. Spicy and hearty Tortilla Soup."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 30mins
• Ingredients: 30
• Serves: 20

ingredients

• 2 slices bacon (chopped)
• 1⁄2 red onion (chopped)
• 2 tablespoons minced garlic
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 stalk celery (chopped)
• 2 (32 ounce) cartons chicken broth
• 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 1 (15 ounce) can tomato puree
• 3 fresh chicken breasts (cubed)
• 1 (15 ounce) can hominy
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn
• 1 bunch green onion (chopped)
• 2 bay leaves
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon cayenne
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon pepper
• 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
• 1 teaspoon poultry seasoning
• 0.5 (7 ounce) can chipotle chiles in adobo
• 1 tablespoon dried epazote (if you can find it)
• 1 bunch fresh cilantro (leaves only)
• 20 mexican key limes, juice of (or 10 regular limes)
• 2 tablespoons hot sauce

• Garnish

• oaxaca cheese (shredded) or monterey jack cheese
• cilantro
• sour cream
• oregano
• avocado
• crunch corn tortilla strips

directions

1. Render the bacon until lightly crispy. Add red onion, garlic, celery, and seasonings. cook on low med-high heat for about 5 minutes.
2. Add Chicken Broth and remaining ingredients. Cook on high heat until reaches a boil. Simmer for about one hour.
3. Serve in bowls and top with garnishes.