tortilla soup

Ingredients

• 5 quarts water
• 1/2 cup chicken base
• 2 packages of taco seasoning
• 2 cans chicken or any left over ck or taco meat
• 1 1 51/2oz cans pinto beans,
• 1 package southwestern frozen vegtables/with blk beans
• 2 cans tomatos or fresh
• 1/2c cup dried onions
• 1 clove garlic
• 2 medium bay leaves
• 1/4 cup natures blend seasoning
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 2 teaspoons cumin
• 2 teaspoons paprika
• 1 package tortilla chips garnish
• 2 cups cheddar cheese, shredded garnish
• 1 cup cilantro, fresh