Ancho Chile Butterother sauce 2 large dried ancho chiles -- see 1 directions 1/2 cup butter (Note: New Mexico, pasilla, or California chiles can be substituted for ancho chiles.) 1. Put chiles in a bowl and cover with boiling water. When they are rehydrated, drain them and put them in a food processor or blender; process until finely chopped. 2. In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, melt butter. With machine running, add hot butter to chiles in a fine stream. Blend until color is homogeneous and mixture is smooth. 3. Let stand at room temperature until butter reaches a spoonable consistency. Use immediately, or refrigerate or freeze for later use. Microwave Version: Complete step 1. Put butter in a glass dish and microwave on 100% power until butter is melted, about 45 to 60 seconds. Continue with steps 2 and 3. Makes 1/2 cup. Recipe By : the California Culinary Academy From: Ladies Home Journal- August 1991 |
