Turkey Tortilla Soup

Turn leftover turkey into a spicy Southwestern tortilla soup.

Recipe Ingredients:

3 corn tortillas
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 onion, chopped
2 tablespoons tomato sauce
4 cups chicken broth
1/4 cup chopped flat-leaf parsley
1 jalapeño, seeded and chopped
1 cup chopped cooked turkey
1/4 teaspoon lemon juice
1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 cup shredded cheddar cheese

Cooking Directions:

1. Cut corn tortillas into strips about 1/4-inch wide; set aside.
2. Heat oil in a large saucepan or kettle. Sauté chopped onion in the oil until soft. Stir in tomato sauce, chicken broth, chopped parsley, chopped jalapeño, cooked, chopped turkey, lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and the tortilla strips. Bring to a boil; reduce the heat, and simmer for 15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
3. Garnish with shredded cheddar cheese.

Makes 3 servings.