Tortilla Soup (Sopa De Tortilla)

1. Servings: 8 Sprig mint (optional) Jack / Cheddari Cheesei Grated Cut tortillas into 1/4 inch strips.
2. Heat oil in 10-inch skillet until hot. Fryi 1/4 of the tortilla strips at a time over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until crisp and brown, about 3 minutes.
3. Drain on paper towels.
4. Place 1/4 cup water, the tomato, onion and garlic in blender container.
5. Cover and blend on high speed until smooth.
6. Heat tomato mixture, chicken broth, 1 can water, the coriander, salt, pepper and mint sprig to boiling in a 3 quart saucepan.
7. Cook uncovered for 3 minutes.
8. Sprinkle each serving with cheese and tortilla strips.
9. Courtesy of Fred Peters.