Tomato-Jalapeno Enchilada Sauce

Jalapenos are the most popular chile peppers in the US. This is probably due to the availability and versatility of the chile. Jalapenos have a balanced combination of flavor and heat.

The demand for these have caused breeders to develop a broad range of varieties. You can now get jalapenos with various heat level and sizes. These can be used in salsas, stuffed, or eaten straight with cheeseburgers (my personal favorite).

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Ingredients:

25 oz. tomato sauce, canned
1 sweet onion, sliced
1 clove garlic
3-6 jalapeño slices
3/4 tsp. chili powder
3/4 tsp. cumin
1/2 tsp. oregano
1/4 tsp. thyme
2 tbsp. fresh cilantro
2 tbsp. white wine vinegar
3/4 c. chicken stock
1/4 c. sour cream
Coarse salt and ground pepper
Pinch of sugar

Instructions:

Makes 2 1/2 cups.

Combine all ingredients in blender and puree until smooth. In a medium sauce pan, add tomato mixture and simmer, stirring until thickened, about 10 minutes. Pour over enchiladas.

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