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Chile Colorado

This Chile Colorado recipe uses Water, Onion, Garlic Minced, Olive Oil, and Tomatoes. Scale it up or down for the number of people at the table.

Illustrative photo

Ingredients

• 3 cup
• 1/2 cup
• 3 clove
• 1 tbsp
• 1 1/2 cup
• 1/4 tsp

Method (preview)

1. 1

   Cut up peppers, discard stems and seeds.

2. 2

   Bring water to boil, remove from heat.

3. 3

   Add peppers and let stand for 45 to 60 minutes to soften.

4. 4

   DO NOT DRAIN.

5. 5

   Meanwhile in a large skillet, cook onion, oregano and garlic in hot oil for 3 minutes.

6. 6

   Remove from heat and set aside.

7. 7

   Place half of the undrained peppers and ha;f of the chopped tomatoes in a food processor and process until nearly smooth.

8. 8

   Strain through a fine sieve to remove any stems or seeds from tomatoes and peppers.

9. 9

   Repeat this process with the remaining peppers and tomatoes.

10. 10

    Add to onion mixture in skillet along with salt and cumin.

11. 11

    Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 20 to 25 minutes.

12. 12

    Serve with huevos rancheros, grilled meats and poultry.