Ingredients

25 oz crushed tomatoes

15 oz fire roasted tomatoes

4 oz canned chopped green chile peppers

2 habanero, chopped

2 cloves garlic, chopped

1 medium onion, chopped

3 cups chicken or turkey broth

2 cups shredded chicken or turkey

1 1/3 cup fresh or frozen fire roasted corn

1 teaspoon cumin

1 teaspoon hot Mexican chili powder

1 teaspoon ground chipotle

1/2 teaspoon salt

1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika

1/4 teaspoon black pepper

to serve:

6 corn tortillas, cut in half

avocado, sliced

shredded cheese

lime wedges

Preparation

Slow cooker instructions: Place the spices, tomatoes, broth, garlic, onion and peppers in the slow cooker. Cover, and cook on low for about 6 hours. After 6 hours, add the corn and turkey. Cover and cook for an additional 45 to 60 minutes.

Stovetop instructions: In a large pot, saute the onions, garlic and habanero in a tablespoon of canola oil. Add the tomatoes and spices. Cook to a near boil then add the corn and turkey and reduce heat. Cook through.

To serve: Slice the tortillas into 1/4 inch strips. Fry in a shallow skillet until crisp and golden. Drain on paper towel lined plates. Ladle the soup into bowls, then sprinkle with cheese, avocado, tortilla strips and serve with lime