A quick and delicious soup that you can have on the table in under a half hour. To make this into Chicken Tortilla Soup, leave out the rice and add 1/2 - 3/4 cup finely crushed corn tortilla chips.
1. In a large pot, combine first 9 ingredients. Bring to boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 15 minutes or until heated through. 2. Garnish with toppings.