Tortilla Soup - cooking recipe

Ingredients

cooked chicken, cut in strips (other meat may be used, even leftover roast, cut in strips)
3 Ortega chilies (thin strips)
2 Tbsp. butter
2 large onions, cut julienne
1/2 medium can jalapeno chilies, finely chopped
4 c. chicken broth (can use more)
1 (28 oz.) can chopped stewed tomatoes
1/2 c. tomato sauce
1 tsp. ground cumin
salt and pepper
2 Tbsp. vegetable oil
3 garlic cloves, minced
2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. oregano
tortilla strips
fresh cilantro (optional)
grated Jack or Cheddar cheese
1 avocado, chopped

Preparation

Melt butter with oil.
Add onions and garlic; cook until soft. Add all other ingredients except cilantro, cheese and avocado. Simmer until ready to serve.
Place cilantro, cheese and avocado in bowl.
Cover with soup.
Top with pieces of tortilla strips.
Can add more cheese to top.