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1/2 medium onion chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 4 oz. can chopped Ortega Green Chilis
1 TBL oil
1 15 oz. can mexican stewed tomatoes
6 cups chicken or vegetable stock
3 medium potatoes cubed
Oregano
3-4 oz. Monterey Jack Cheese, grated or cut into small dice
Tortilla Chips

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In a large stock-pot sauté onions in oil until soft.   Stir in garlic and chilis.  Add tomatoes, breaking up larger pieces, stir and let simmer for a minute or two.  Add stock and potatoes and bring to a boil.   Simmer, covered, about 20 minutes or until potatoes are tender.  Add a pinch of orgegano and salt & pepper to taste.  To serve, place a small handful of tortilla chips in a bowl, sprinkle with Jack cheese.  Ladle soup over the top and enjoy!

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