How to Make TORTILLA SOUP New Mexican Pueblo-Style -- Simple, Flavorful, Spicy & Delicious!!!

chicken broth

🥗Healthier: vegetable broth

💰Cheaper: water + bouillon

Vegetable broth offers a lighter option while water + bouillon is cost-effective.

tortillas

🥗Healthier: baked tortilla chips

💰Cheaper: store-bought tortilla chips

Baked chips reduce calories while store-bought options save time.

avocado

🥗Healthier: sliced cucumbers

💰Cheaper: mashed peas

Cucumbers are lower in calories, while peas are a budget-friendly alternative.

cheese

🥗Healthier: nutritional yeast

💰Cheaper: processed cheese

Nutritional yeast adds flavor without dairy, while processed cheese is often cheaper.

Saute carrots, onions and celery in olive oil until soft.

Add garlic and cook until fragrant.

Add tomatoes, salsa and broth.

Bring to a boil.

Allow soup to boil for 10 minutes.

Gradually add cut strips of tortillas. Soup will thicken slightly.

Once all the tortillas are incorporated, use an immersion blender, or regular blender to emulsify soup.

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