Tortilla Soup

1/2 lb ground beef
2 tsp chopped onion
6 2/3 c chicken broth
1 can crushed tomatoes
1 1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 clove garlic, minced
1/2 tsp cayenne pepper
1/2 tsp chili powder
salt and pepper to taste
3 tbsp cornstarch
1 cup cold water
2 cans creamed corn
1 1/2 c shredded cheddar cheese
5 - 6 inch tortillas, cut into 1/2 inch strips

In a large skillet, combine beef and onion. Suate until beef is browned. Drain and set aside.
In a large pot combine broth, tomatoes, cumin, garlic, cayenne pepper, chili powder, salt and pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium.
In a small bowl, combine constarch with the water, stirring well until cornstarch is disolved.
Add slowly to soup.
Add reserved meat, corn and cheese to soup and stir well.
Finally add tortilla strips and allow to heat through.
Add reserved meat,