This wonderful Tortilla and Bean Soup contains no Meat or Corn! The wonderful Flavor comes from Fresh Diced Tomatoes, Tuscan Beans, Red Kidney Beans, Black Beans Cilantro, Jalapeno Peppers, and various spices!

As the heat washes over Sunny Florida, I am always looking for a NEW way to enjoy my favorite comfort foods! I love light and Easy !  This is perfect for Summer, no heavy meats just plain Goodness in a bowl!

Ingredients Needed

• 1 tablespoon Olive Oil
• 1 cup diced Onion
• 1/2 cup Diced Green Bell Pepper
• 1/4 cup Red Bell Pepper
• 2 cloves Garlic, Minced
• 1 jalapeño pepper, seeded and diced
• 3 cups diced Tomatoes
• 34 ounces, Chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons Tomato Paste
• 2 cups Water
• 2 cups black Beans, rinsed
• 2 cups White Beans, rinsed
• 2 cups Red Beans, rinsed
• 1/4 cup chopped Cilantro
• 2 teaspoons Cumin
• 1 and 1/2 teaspoons Chili Powder
• 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Ground Pepper
• 3 Tablespoons Masa
• 8 whole white Corn Tortillas, Cut into 3 inch strips

 

Additional Ingredients

• Sliced Avocados
• Diced tomatoes
• Lime Wedges
• Chopped Cilantro
• White Cheddar

Directions

Preheat oven to 300 degrees , spray non stick spray lightly on cookie sheet. Place Tortilla strips evenly on cookie sheet. Bake for 6 minutes. Be sure to watch carefully as some ovens cook faster. Once done remove from oven and place in an airtight container for later use.

Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a pot over medium high heat. Add onions, red pepper, green pepper, jalapeño pepper and minced garlic. Stir a few times.  Cook about 2-3 minutes to slightly soften.

In a large stockpot  on medium heat combine  tomatoes, chicken broth, tomato paste, water, black beans , white beans, red beans , cilantro ,cumin,  chili powder, garlic powder,  salt and freshly ground pepper. Bring to a full simmer and reduce heat to a low – medium temperature. Cook about 30 minutes on a light simmer.

Add a small amount of water to Masa.  Add to the into  soup,  simmer for an additional 25- 30 minutes.

Once done place in  the desired serving bowls, add the Tortilla Strips to top and garnish with additional ingredients list if desired.

 

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