Ingredients

  • 1 (8 oz.) cream cheese, softened
  • 1/2 c. sugar
  • 1 can whole or cranberry sauce
  • 1 (9 oz.) carton Cool Whip
  • 1 small onion, chopped
  • 1 small fresh jalapeno pepper, seeded and chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 lb. stew meat
  • 2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
  • 1 (16 oz.) can stewed tomatoes
  • 1 (10 oz.) can tomatoes and green chiles
  • 1 (10 3/4 oz.) can beef bouillon
  • 1 (10 3/4 oz.) can chicken broth
  • 1 (10 3/4 oz.) can tomato soup
  • 1 1/2 c. water
  • 1 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 tsp. chili powder
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 Tbsp. fresh cilantro
  • 6 corn tortillas, cut into 1/2-inch strips
  • 1/2 c. grated Cheddar cheese

Method

  • Saute onion, jalapeno, garlic and stew meat in oil.
  • Add tomatoes, soups, water and seasonings.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Lower heat.
  • Simmer, covered, 1 hour.
  • Add tortillas and cheese to soup. Continue cooking for 15 minutes.
  • Serves 6.