Sopa De Nopales (cactus Soup) Recipe

+ Cactus looks forbidding.

Stripped of its prickly points, however, it is a mild-mannered vegetable with a slightly tart flavor.

Look for easy-to-use canned cactus (sold as NOPALES or NOPALITOS) in supermarkets and Mexican groceries.

== * - husks removed, rinsed and coarsely chopped ** - packed in water, drained and rinsed.

== In a 4-5 quart pan over medium heat, stir oil and onion often until onion is golden, about 15 minutes.

Add tomatillos; stir often just until soft, about 6 minutes.

Add broth; bring to a boil over high heat.

Stir in cactus, lime juice, and cilantro.

Cook until hot.

Ladle soup into a tureen.

Offer cheese to add to taste.

Accompany with lime wedges.