Name: Mexican Made Easy Tortilla Soup
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Mexican
Ingredients: 1 tablespoon olive oil; 1 onion, diced; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 bell pepper, diced; 1 jalapeño, seeded and diced; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 can (14.5 oz) diced tomatoes; 4 cups chicken or vegetable broth; 1 cup corn kernels; 1 can (15 oz) black beans, drained and rinsed; Salt and pepper to taste; Juice of 1 lime; Tortilla chips, avocado, cilantro, lime wedges (for garnish)

Instructions

In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add the diced onion and sauté until translucent, about 5 minutes.
Add the minced garlic, diced bell pepper, and jalapeño to the pot. Cook for another 2-3 minutes until the vegetables are slightly softened.
Stir in the ground cumin and chili powder, allowing the spices to toast for about a minute until fragrant.
Pour in the can of diced tomatoes and chicken or vegetable broth. Bring the soup to a simmer.
Add the corn kernels and black beans to the pot. Let the soup simmer for 15-20 minutes to allow the flavors to meld together.
Season the soup with salt, pepper, and the juice of one lime. Adjust the seasonings to your taste preference.
Serve the soup hot, ladled into bowls and topped with crushed tortilla chips, sliced avocado, fresh cilantro, and a lime wedge for squeezing.

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