Ingredients:

Black beans, corn, red and green peppers, onions, garlic, epazote and chili spices; Gluten-free.

Additions:

6 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
2 whole, boneless, fresh chicken breasts, cut up into small pieces or shredded leftover cooked chicken
8 ounces salsa
4 ounces tortilla chips, crumbled (a thicker chip works best) or 4 to 6 fresh tortillas, cut into strips and fried quickly

Cooking Directions:

In a 3 or 4 quart pot bring broth and water to a boil, add mix and chicken. Simmer, covered, for 20 minutes. Add salsa and simmer, covered, 10 minutes more. Crumble chips into bowls, pour hot soup on top and serve.

Inventive Soup Varations:

This soup is so good it may call for a party. With your pot of soup, small bowls filled with optional garnishes of chopped fresh cilantro, diced fresh avocado or thin slices of fresh lime make a festive presentation! If you prefer, try shrimp as an addition instead of chicken for a delicious Mexican menu.