Like we’ve stated before, corn tortillas are the daily bread of Mexico. Since they go stale rather quickly, means were needed to not waste the leftovers. Enchiladas, casseroles, and tortilla soup are the three main ways to utilize them. Reminiscent of the worlds most famous bread topped soup, French onion, tortilla soup is timeless and classic. It can be presented as a simple dish or dolled up to make an impressive main course. This soup has been our number one selling product since it's inception and has eleven national awards to it's credit. It’s simple, delicious, and makes nearly three quarts of soup.

Here’s what you’ll need to make the basic recipe and a few suggestions to make it an impressive main course.

7 cups water
2 chicken breasts ¾ lb. ( if you like lots of chicken, add more )
1 package of Tuldys tortilla soup mix
1 can Rotel tomatoes and green chiles
1 can whole kernel corn
and lately I've been slicing up a fresh zucchini and adding it

note: If you like your soup a bit thicker than just broth, ( like
me) slice or chop up 4 or 5 fresh corn tortillas and add to the pot while everything is cooking.

As for garnishes:

• 4-6 corn tortillas (sliced ¼ inch thick and quick fried til
  crispy)
  
• Monterey jack cheese or cheddar/jack (shredded)
• Sliced avocado
• Finely diced fresh jalapeno
• Chopped fresh cilantro Lime wedges
  
• Sour cream (this is where I like to put the sour cream in a squirt bottle and “paint” the top of the soup)

Combine first 6(or 7) ingredients in good sized pot and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer until chicken is done (25-30 min) In the mean time, fry tortilla strips ( you can use crumbled tortilla chips but they’re not nearly as pretty) Slice avocado and dice jalapeno if using. Chop cilantro if using. When chicken is done, remove from pot and place in the freezer to cool. When cool enough to handle, chop or shred into small pieces and add back to the pot. When ready to serve, place tortilla strips in bottom of bowls. Ladle soup over and cover with cheese. Garnish with your choice of extras.