| SPICY BLACK BEAN CHILI |
| 4 cups black beans, rinsed and picked over
5 to 8 cups water 2 to 3 sprigs of fresh oregano kosher salt one 28-oz can of plum tomatoes, puréed 3 to 6 tablespoons chili powder granulated onion powder 1 to 3 tablespoons garlic-chipotle purée (recipe follows) 1. In a large stock pot add the beans & bay leaf and enough water to cover Bring to a boil Reduce to a simmer and cover Cook the bean until tender, about 1 to 1-1/2 hours (adding water as needed) 2. Add about 2 teaspoons salt, the puréed plum tomatoes, 3 tablespoons chili powder & 1 tablespoon of the garlic-chipotle purée Cook, uncovered for an addition 10 to 20 minute until the beans thickens 3. Season to taste with additional salt, chili powder & garlic-chipotle purée Serve as an entrée, dip or side dish Serving suggestions: -sour cream -guacamole or salsa fresca -chips and rice Yields about 10 servings --------------- GARLIC-CHIPOTLE PUREE 1-can Chipotles in Adobo Sauce 4 tablespoon roasted garlic 1. Place ingredients in the bowl of a food processor Purée until smooth 2. Store in airtight container, refrigerated until ready to use Use on fish, as barbecue sauce or to spice dishes up Yields about 1 cup |
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