Mexican Tortilla Soup – Smith & Truslow

Ingredients

• 6 tablespoons olive oil
• 10 corn tortillas, 7-to 8-inch, crushed
• 1/2 teaspoon organic minced garlic
• 1 onion, chopped
• 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
• 28 oz can diced tomatoes
• 2 tablespoons organic ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon organic chili powder
• 3 organic dried bay leaves
• 6 cups chicken broth
• 1/2 teaspoon fine sea salt
• 1/4 teaspoon organic ground cayenne
• 3 chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
• 15 1/2 oz can black beans, drained
• optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, tortilla chips