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cheesy tortilla soup

Vegetarian Tortilla Soup

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  • Author: Liz Thomson
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: 6 cups 1x
  • Category: Soup
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: Mexican

Description

This cheesy vegetarian tortilla soup is rich and creamy with tons of spicy flavor. This is a perfect side dish for tacos or enchiladas—and it only takes a few minutes to prepare!


Ingredients

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  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 yellow onion, diced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 4 cups vegetable broth
  • 8 oz shredded cheddar cheese
  • 3 corn tortillas, diced
  • 1 10oz can diced tomatoes with green chilis
  • 1/2 teaspoon cumin
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne (or less if you don’t like it spicy)
  • 1/4 teaspoons oregano
  • Salt to taste
  • Tortilla chips and avocado for topping

Instructions

  1. In a large saucepan or Dutch oven, heat the olive oil over medium-low heat.
  2. Add the onion and cook for 8 minutes, stirring frequently to avoid burning.
  3. Add the garlic and continue to cook for 3 minutes.
  4. Whisk the cornstarch into the vegetable broth and then add the broth mixture to the pot.
  5. Increase the heat to medium and add the cheddar cheese, tortillas, tomatoes, cumin, cayenne, and oregano.
  6. Bring to a simmer and continue to cook on low heat for 15 minutes.
  7. Divide into bowls and top with additional tortilla chips and chopped avocado.