Instructions: 1. Heat a small amount of the chicken stock and smother the garlic in it.

2. Add the crushed tortillas, cilantro, and onion and tomato purees, bring to a simmer.

3. Add the remaining chicken stock, cumin, chili powder, and bay leaves.

Simmer until the soup has a full flavor.

4. Strain through a medium strainer.

5. Garnish each portion of soup with cheese, tortilla strips, chicken, and avocado.

The Professional Chefs Techniques of Healthy Cooking/The Culinary

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