Ingredients

  • 1 lb. large white beans
  • 6 c. chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 medium onions, chopped
  • 1 Tbsp. oil
  • 2 (4 oz.) cans mild green chilies, chopped
  • 2 tsp. ground cumin
  • 1 1/2 tsp. oregano
  • 1/4 tsp. ground cloves
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • 4 c. diced, cooked chicken breasts
  • 3 c. grated Monterey Jack cheese
  • salsa
  • sour cream
  • 2 peeled tomatoes
  • 4 oz. can chopped green chilies
  • 1 chopped onion
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1/4 c. fresh cilantro

Method

  • Combine beans, broth, garlic and half the onions in a large soup pot.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat and simmer until beans are soft (2 hours or more), adding more broth or water as necessary.