4 cups rich beef broth 10 cloves garlic -- peeled 4 large tomatoes -- chopped 3 medium onions -- quartered 1/2 teaspoon mixed dried herbs -- (italian seasoning) 1 teaspoon sugar 1/4 teaspoon ground cumin 1 medium onion -- cut into ring 1 long mild green chili -- cut into thin rings 1 red bell pepper -- seeded and cut into 1 thin rings 1 cup shredded sharp cheddar 1 cup shredded mozzarella 1 cup mild or hot chunky salsa 1 teaspoon minced fresh cilantro for garnish Put the first 7 ingredients into a pot and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce the h eat to a simmer and continue cooking for 30 minutes. Puree in a blender and ret urn to the pot. Add the onion, chili, and bell pepper to the soup and simmer fo r about 15 minutes, or until the vegetables are tender. Toss the two cheeses to gether. Ladle the soup into a heated serving dish. Add the cheeses and salsa an d stir gently. Sprinkle with the cilantro and serve immediately. Edited for MC by Brenda Adams <adamsfmle@aol.com> Busted by Christopher E. Eaves <cea260@airmail.net>
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