Tortilla Soup

My friend and I had this tradition in high school. We called it Tortilla Soup and Secrets. We would eat tortilla soup from the night before on my bed and talk. And that was all, and it was awesome. 

This soup is awesome. It is tasty and easily adaptable. You can substitute low sodium, or low fat ingredients if you want. Or just enjoy it in it's full fat glory. Don't worry, it's still healthy.

Tortilla Soup
From the kitchen of Fern Woodbury


In a large pot, combine the following:
4 cups chicken broth
1 cup cooked chicken, cubed or shredded
1 can Rotel tomatoes
2 cans (16oz each) whole peeled tomatoes, blended until pureed
1 tsp cumin
1 tsp chili powder
1/2 tsp garlic

Bring to a boil and then reduce heat to a simmer for 20 to 30 minutes. Garnish with toppings and enjoy,

Optional Toppings:
Cheese- cheddar, monterrey jack, pepper jack, colby
Sour Cream
Avocado
Tortilla Chips
Salt to taste