Ingredients for 6 servings:
1. 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2. 1/2 cup red onion, minced
3. 1/2 cup poblano pepper, diced into half-inch pieces
4. 3 cups vegetable broth
5. 2 corn tortillas
6. 1 tablespoon fresh garlic, minced
7. 2 teaspoons jalapenos, seeds and ribs removed
8. 1/2 teaspoon cumin, ground
9. 1/2 teaspoon chili powder, ground
10. 2 cups fire-roasted tomatoes, diced
11. 1/2 cup tomatoes, crushed
12. 2 teaspoons kosher salt (to taste)
Directions:
1. In a 2 quart saucepot over medium heat add oil, onions, and poblanos and cook for 5 minutes.
2. Add garlic, jalapeno, cumin and chili powder and cook for an additional 5 minutes.
3. In blender, place broth and tortillas, and puree until just about smooth.
4. Add blended mixture to pot along with fire roasted tomatoes and crushed tomatoes, bring to a boil.
5. Reduce heat and let simmer for 15 minutes on medium-low heat. Season to taste and serve with garnish.
6. Try out the Qdoba Chefs recommended garnishes: 1 tbs. tortilla chips, crushed; 1 tbs. zucchini, diced in ½ pieces; 2 avocados, thinly sliced; 1 tsp fresh cilantro, roughly chopped.
Enjoy your meal!