|  Tortilla Strip Soup 
        
       Mexican 
       
      
   
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    | This basic, easy to make soup originated from Texas recipes. When I came to California this humble staple was made in a clear style at the prestigious Las Brisas. The key is equal parts chicken, beef and tomato broth.  Adjust the amount of jalapeño to your taste. | 
   
  
  
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            3 tablespoons olive oil 
1 small onion, chopped 
1 clove garlic, minced 
1 jalapeño chopped (up to 50% more) 
1 teaspoon chili powder 
1 teaspoon cumin 
1 teaspoon salt 
2 teaspoons tabasco 
2 tablespoons Worcestershire 
1 can chicken broth 
1 can beef consommé 
1 can tomato sauce (or pureed 1.5 cups tomatoes) 
1 can Rotel diced tomatoes with jalapeño chilies 
3 cups water 
 
strips 
1 tablespoon olive oil 
2 corn tortillas, cut in 1/4 inch x 2" strips 
 
garnish 
1/2 cup grated mild cheddar cheese (Monterey Jack) 
2 tablespoons cilantro loosely chopped 
1/2 cup sour cream 
1/2 cup cubed avocado
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        | 1  | 	Put soup pot on medium high heat. Add olive oil and add onion, garlic and jalapeño, stirring occasionally for 5 minutes. |  
  |  | 2   | 	Turn heat to high, stir in remaining ingredients. Boil, then simmer with lid half on for 30 minutes stirring occasionally. (Simmer longer if you wish). |  
  |  | 3   | 	Heat tablespoon of olive oil in frying pan. Lightly fry tortilla strips, remove and drain. |  
  |  | 4   | 	Put fried tortilla strips in each bowl. Add garnishes such as cheese and cilantro then ladle soup over the bowl and serve. Offer other garnishes at the table. |  
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            original recipe yield: 10 Servings
          
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