Tortilla Soup

This is my husband’s all-time favorite soup. Truth is, guests, family, friends—we all love it. The unique technique of adding soft corn tortillas to the soup gives it that incredible flavor, and a lot of richness too. Don’t have fresh corn? Feel free to use canned instead. Just roast it in the oven for a few minutes (see note below) to get that semi-charred look and taste.

1h 8
Easy Gluten Free Meat

Directions

  1. In a large stockpot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onions and cook until just browned, about five minutes, stirring occasionally.

  2. Add tortillas, garlic, chili powder, and cumin. Cook one minute, stirring.

  3. Add tomatoes, broth, two cups cilantro, jalapeño, and bay leaf. Bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook on low for 30 minutes, uncovered.

  4. Remove from heat and let cool, uncovered. Remove bay leaf and discard.

  5. With an immersion blender or in a food processor, purée soup until smooth. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

  6. Stir turkey and corn into soup. Ladle into bowls and garnish with extra cilantro.

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Notes:
To roast fresh corn: Preheat broiler and spray a low-sided roasting pan with cooking oil spray. Cut kernels from cobs and place in the pan. Broil about five minutes, watching carefully to prevent burning.

To roast canned corn: Preheat oven to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and spray a low-sided
roasting pan with cooking oil spray. Drain corn of all liquid and place in the pan. Roast about 10 minutes, or until toasty on top, watching carefully to prevent burning.

Make Ahead: This soup freezes well. Defrost in the refrigerator.

Description:
Photos by Chay Berger
Styling by Faigy Cohen

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