Tortilla Soup Recipe

Name: Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1-2 cups of cut slightly mashed plum or cherry tomatoes; 1 small can of tomato sauce; A hearty splash of dry red or white wine; seasoned cooked hamburger; 1 package of taco seasoning; 1 large onion; 1 bunch of green onions chopped for garnish; 1-2 fresh jalapenos chopped (omit seeds to reduce heat); 1 bunch of fresh cilantro; 1 container of sour cream; beef broth/stock; canned beans, your choice, with juice. I chose cannelini.; grated cheddar; fresh tortillas (Your choice, I prefer white corn)

Servings: persons

1-2 cups of cut slightly mashed plum or cherry tomatoes
1 small can of tomato sauce
A hearty splash of dry red or white wine
seasoned cooked hamburger
1 package of taco seasoning
1 large onion
1 bunch of green onions chopped for garnish
1-2 fresh jalapenos chopped (omit seeds to reduce heat)
1 bunch of fresh cilantro
1 container of sour cream
beef broth/stock
canned beans, your choice, with juice. I chose cannelini.
grated cheddar
fresh tortillas (Your choice, I prefer white corn)

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["Prepare a picante using 1 chopped seeded jalapeno, onion, fresh cilantro, salt. Set aside.", "", "In a dutch oven, saute onions, 1 jalapeno (for more heat-or omit)meat with half the taco seasoning. Add about l/4 cup of chopped cilantro, fresh tomato. Allow a few minutes for ingredients to blend then add a splash of wine, picante,tomato sauce and about a 1/4 cup of stock. Simmer and keep checking for desired consistancy. If it becomes too thick add more stock and a splash of wine to taste. Do not add water or you'll water down the flavors. Cook on low heat and add ingredients to your own taste.", "", "Heat tortillas with a brush of olive oil in a skillet. Cut the tortillas in strips.", "", "Serve the soup topped with strips of tortilla, a small gob of sour cream, sprinkle cheddar and chopped green onions.", "", "What started out as a leftover ""garbage"" soup became gourmet!", "", "I would love to hear of your success with this soup and any variations...", "Bon Appetite!"]

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Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1-2 cups of cut slightly mashed plum or cherry tomatoes, 1 small can of tomato sauce, A hearty splash of dry red or white wine, seasoned cooked hamburger, and more.

Yes, Tortilla Soup falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Tortilla Soup

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