Today's soup came out with more of a "stew-like" texture as I used a little less water/soup base than the original Wildtree recipe calls for.  It was perfect for this cold Friday afternoon. 

Healthy & Hearty Lentil Soup
Serves 4

Ingredients:
2 1/4 cups low-sodium chicken broth
2 1/4 cups water
1 pkg Wildtree Healthy & Hearty Lentil Soup Mix

In a medium saucepan over medium high heat, bring liquid to a boil and stir in Lentil Soup Mix. Reduce heat and simmer soup, uncovered, for 15-20 minutes, stirring occasionally. 

Nutrition Facts, serving size about 1/3 cup dry blend
Amount Per Serving: Calories 100, Calories from fat 0, Total Fat 0g, Saturated Fat 0g, Trans Fat 0g, Cholesterol 0mg, Sodium 180mg, Total Carbohydrate 20g, Dietary Fiber 3g, Sugars 2g, Protein 7g.

Chicken Tortilla Soup
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1 lb *roasted chicken breast, chopped (& skin removed)
2 T. Wildtree Natural Grapeseed Oil 
1/2 large onion, diced
4 large carrots, peeled & chopped
3 stalks celery, chopped
2-3 roma tomatoes, chopped
1 jalapeno, finely diced small (optional)
3 cloves garlic, minced
6 cups low-sodium chicken broth
3 T. fresh cilantro (optional)
2 T. Wildtree Taco Seasoning

Garnishes: **optional
taco shells (or tortilla chips)
sour cream
shredded cheddar cheese

Directions:

In Dutch oven or large pot, heat oil over medium-high heat. Add onion, carrots, celery and garlic. Lightly saute for about 2 minutes. Stir in taco seasoning and jalapenos. Add chicken broth and chicken. Bring to boil. Turn heat to low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes. Stir in cilantro. Heat taco shells in oven prior to serving.

Serve topped with sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese and crushed taco shells. 

*Roasted chicken: Place chicken breasts in a shallow baking dish, skin side up. Brush generously with Wildtree Natural Grapeseed Oil. Season with sea salt and freshly ground pepper. Roast 1 hour at 350° degrees.