Sopa de Fideos

Ingredients and Weight:

• 1 pound dried egg noodles
• 2 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 4 cups chicken broth
• 1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
• 1 (15 ounce) can corn, drained
• 1 (10 ounce) can diced tomatoes with green chilies, undrained
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese
• 1/2 cup sour cream

Preparation Time:

15 minutes

Cooking Time:

20 minutes

Difficulty Level:

1 (simple)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Cook noodles according to package directions.
2. Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat.
3. Add onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
4. Add garlic and cook for 1 minute more.
5. Stir in chicken broth, black beans, corn, tomatoes, cumin, chili powder, salt, and pepper.
6. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 15 minutes.
7. Add cooked noodles to the pot and stir to combine.
8. Ladle into bowls and top with shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (1 cup):

• Calories: 250
• Fat: 7g
• Cholesterol: 25mg
• Sodium: 500mg
• Carbohydrates: 40g
• Protein: 15g

Dish Characteristics:

• Warm and comforting
• Rich and flavorful broth
• Packed with vegetables and protein
• Customizable with toppings

User Comments:

• "This soup is a perfect meal for a cold winter day. It's so hearty and satisfying."
• "The broth is so flavorful and the noodles are cooked perfectly."
• "I love that this soup is so easy to make. It's a lifesaver on busy weeknights."
• "I added some diced avocado to mine and it was delicious!"
• "This soup is a hit with my family. Even my picky kids love it."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you don't have a pot large enough to hold all the ingredients, you can cook the noodles separately and add them to the pot after the broth has simmered.
• To make the soup vegetarian, use vegetable broth and omit the black beans.
• To make the soup spicier, add more chili powder to taste.
• Top with your favorite toppings, such as shredded chicken, avocado, or salsa.