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Cream Of Green Chile Soup Recipe


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Ingredients
  • 1/3 c heavy whipping cream
  • 2 bay leaves
  • 1/2 tsp dried oregano
  • 3 (4 oz) cans sliced green chile peppers
  • 1/4 c margarine
  • 2 c shredded Monterey Jack cheese
  • 2 (6 inch) corn tortillas
  • 1/4 tsp ground black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp salt
  • 2 potatoes, peeled & sliced
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 3 1/2 c chicken broth
  • 2 c sliced onion
  • 1/3 tsp ground cumin

Directions
  • Step #1 Cut the tortillas into 1/4 inch-wide strips & leave them uncovered at about room temp until they are dry & crisp, about 24 hrs (OR: Heat in iron skillet until dry & hot).
  • Step #2 In a 4-quart saucepan over low heat/flame, melt the butter.
  • Step #3 Add the onions, stirring once or twice, covered, garlic, oregano, & bay leaves & cook, for 10 mins.
  • Step #4 Stir in the chicken broth, green chiles & potatoes.
  • Step #5 Spice up with salt, cumin & black pepper, & bring to a boil.
  • Step #6 Reduce heat & let simmer, stirring every once in awhile, partially covered, for about 25 mins (or until the potatoes are very tender).
  • Step #7 Stir in the cream & adjust the seasoning if necessary.
  • Step #8 (The soup can be prepared up to 3 days ahead.
  • Step #9 Cool it completely & put in the fridge, covered.
  • Step #10 Reheat it over low heat/flame, stirring often, until steaming.
  • Step #11 ) Ladle the soup into wide bowls, sprinkle the cheese over the soup, & scatter the tortilla strips over the cheese.
  • Step #12 Serve as soon as possible.
  • Step #13 .
  • Enjoy the Cream Of Green Chile Soup recipe

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