Tortilla shells of all kinds

[Cook Chatty Cathy]

wow mama you did some serious posting here!!!! Can't thank you enuf' for all the terrific recipes, some totally awesome ideas here!!!!! You rock

[Mama Mangia]

Enjoy! I've got plenty more to share using tortillas - there is just so much you can do with them.

[Cook Chatty Cathy]

Yes they are inexpensive and so good tasting! I love the corn tortillas best > I think the flavor of the corn is such a great addition to any dish, my very favorite are beef enchiladas!

[mamma_nee]

mexican tortilla soup

cup up some tortilla`s in long strips and fry to a golden color and set aside
oil for frying
1 cup chopped onion
1 lb chicken cut into bite size pieces
5 cups water
14 ounce can of chopped tomatoes w/puree
juice from 1 lime
2 cups frozen corn
1 avocado chopped
1/4 cup frozen peas
1/8 cup shredded carrots
4 TBsp fresh chopped cilantro leaves

1 lb mexican shredded cheese mix

In a large pot
add a few spoons of corn oil & fry onion for 2 minutes and add the chicken and continue cooking for 5 minutes add all other ingredients exept for the cheese and tortillas ,bring to a boil and let simmer for 40 min to 1 hr

serve in individual bowls , top with the tortilla strips and cheese