Easy Salsa Verde Tortilla Soup (Print Version)

# Ingredients:

→ Base

01 - 4 tablespoons salted butter
02 - 1 yellow onion, chopped
03 - 1 cup chopped carrots
04 - ½ cup chopped celery
05 - 2 cloves garlic, chopped
06 - 1 tablespoon taco seasoning
07 - 2 russet potatoes, cubed

→ Liquids & Sauces

08 - 3½ cups broth
09 - 2 cups chunky red salsa
10 - 2 cups salsa verde
11 - ¼ cup hot sauce

→ Add-ins & Toppings

12 - 1½ cups shredded chicken (optional)
13 - ½ cup fresh cilantro, chopped
14 - Plain yogurt for serving
15 - Shredded cheddar cheese for serving
16 - Avocado for serving
17 - Limes and green onions for serving
18 - Tortilla chips for serving

# Instructions:

01 - In large soup pot over medium heat, cook butter, onion, carrots, celery, and garlic for 5 minutes until fragrant. Add taco seasoning, salt, and pepper.
02 - Add broth and potatoes. Bring to simmer and cook 10 minutes or until potatoes are tender.
03 - Stir in red salsa, salsa verde, and hot sauce. Add shredded chicken (if using) and cilantro.
04 - Ladle into bowls and top with tortilla chips, yogurt, cheese, green onions, avocado, and extra cilantro as desired.

# Notes:

01 - Can be made vegetarian by omitting chicken
02 - Adjust hot sauce amount to control spice level