Renny Darling's Cinco de Mayo


Mexican Corn & Chile Soup

Please note that in the following recipe, "corn" appears twice. In the first group of ingredients, it is coarsely chopped. In the second group of ingredients, it is left whole.

2 tablespoons butter
2 large onions, chopped
6 shallots, minced
2 carrots, grated
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 package ( 10 ounces) frozen corn kernels
6 cups chicken broth
salt and white pepper to taste

1 package ( 10 ounces) frozen corn kernels
1 can ( 7 ounces) diced green chiles
1 can ( 15 ounces) garbanzos, rinsed and drained
2 teaspoons turmeric
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon chopped cilantro

In a large covered stockpot, bring first group of ingredients to a boil, lower heat and simmer mixture for 30 to 40 minutes, or until vegetables are very tender. Blend the vegetables in a food processor until mixture is finely chopped and return them to the soup. Stir in the remaining ingredients and simmer soup for 15 minutes. Serve with Tortillas with Tomatoes & Cheese. Serves 8.

Tortillas with Tomatoes & Cheese:
8 corn tortillas, cut into fourths. These will be reassembled.
1 cup chopped tomatoes
1 cup grated Jack cheese
8 teaspoons grated Parmesan cheese

In a 12x16-inch pan, reassemble the corn tortillas. Sprinkle each with 2 tablespoons tomato, 2 tablespoons cheese and 1 teaspoon Parmesan. Broil for 1 or 2 minutes, or until cheese is melted and top is lightly browned. With a spatula, remove from pan and place on a serving platter. Serves 8.



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