Ancho Tortilla Soup
By: McCormick Kitchens
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Ancho chilies are dried Poblano chilies, and have an earthy, sweet flavor and mild heat level. This classic tortilla soup is a creative way to use leftover turkey -- substitute 1 1/2 cups finely chopped cooked turkey for the chicken.
Ancho chilies are dried Poblano chilies, and have an earthy, sweet flavor and mild heat level. This classic tortilla soup is a creative way to use leftover turkey -- substitute 1 1/2 cups finely chopped cooked turkey for the chicken.
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Instructions
Instructions
- Preheat oven to 400°F. Spread tortilla strips on a baking sheet sprayed with no-stick cooking spray. Bake for 8 to 10 minutes or until crisp and golden, stirring after 5 minutes. Set aside.
- Meanwhile, heat oil in a large saucepan on medium heat. Add onion; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Add ancho chile pepper, cumin, garlic powder, and bay leaves; cook and stir for 2 to 3 minutes. Add stock and tomatoes. Reduce heat to low; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Discard bay leaves. Thicken soup, if desired.
- To serve, place a small amount of chicken in each serving bowl. Ladle soup over top. Sprinkle with tortilla strips.
