Chicken Tortilla Soup

Lindsay Hansen
8th Ward

In a Large Stock Pot:
1 large onion, chopped  (use a sweet white onion like a Walla Walla)
1 clove garlic, minced
Saute the onion and garlic in 2 Tablespoons olive oil
Add:
6 Cups Chicken Broth (1-48oz. can)
2   10oz. cans Diced Tomatoes with Green Chiles
½ Cup Cilantro, chopped  (one handful)
2 Cups Frozen Super Sweet white Corn
2 - 15oz. can Black Beans, drained and rinsed
2 Cups cooked boneless skinless Chicken Breast or 2 cups of shredded Rotisserie Chicken
1 Bay Leaf (remove before serving)
1 Tablespoon Cumin
1 teaspoon Chili Powder
Juice of 1 Lime
Salt and pepper to taste
Garnish with shredded Monterey Jack Cheese, sliced Avocado, Sour Cream, a sprig of cilantro, and fried corn tortilla strips.