If possible, could you obtain the Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital food court recipe for their Beef Tortilla Soup? It is a favorite of many of the volunteers. — Susan Paul, Sandy Springs

Leave it to a hospital food court to produce a soup that not only tastes good, but is also a great source of protein and iron, and is low in carbs. The chefs at Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital say if you want it to be even healthier, you can substitute lower sodium items (for the black beans, salsa and tomato paste) and bake the tortilla strips rather than fry them. And reduce the fat content by substituting ground turkey for the ground beef. Canned green chile peppers come in 4-ounce cans. You can use the quantity specified in the recipe, or if you prefer not to have to think of another use for the remaining peppers, add the entire can to the soup.

The hospital is restricting visitors at this time so we are grateful they are sharing this recipe with us. When things return to normal, you can find this soup as a rotating item on the menu, served once every three weeks.

Emory Saint Joseph’s Hospital Signature Beef Tortilla Soup

From the menu of … Emory Saint Joseph's Hospital, 5665 Peachtree Dunwoody Road, Atlanta. 678-843-7001. 888-0777; 

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