tortilla soup

One of my favorite soups.
Period.
Just try it.

Tortilla Soup

Serves 4-6.

3 tablespoons butter
1 onion, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1 tablespoon cumin
2 teaspoons chili powder
Pinch of red pepper flakes
1 can (8 ounces) of tomato sauce
1 can (14 ounces) of diced tomatoes
6 cups chicken stock
1 cup frozen corn, thawed
1 can red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 can black beans, drained and rinsed
Tortilla chips, shredded cheese, diced avocados and chopped fresh cilantro, for garnish

Melt the butter in a Dutch oven over medium heat.  Add onions and garlic and saute until golden, about 5 minutes.  Add tomato paste and spices and toast lightly, about 30 seconds.  Add tomato sauce, diced tomatoes with their juices and stock and bring to a boil.  Add corn and beans, reduce heat and simmer for about 20 minutes.  Garnish with toppings and enjoy!