White Chili



1 lb dried white beans

2 lb boneless chicken breasts

1 tbsp olive oil

2 medium onions, chopped

4 garlic cloves

2 (4 oz) cans chopped mild green chilies

3 cups grated Monterey jack cheese
2 tsp ground cumin

1 ½ tsp dry oregano, crumbled

¼ tsp ground cloves
¼ tsp cayenne pepper

6 cups chicken stock or broth

Sour creamSalsa

Chopped fresh cilantro

Place beans in large heavy pot, add cold water to cover by at least 3 inches, & soak overnight.

Cook & cube chicken.

Drain beans and set aside. Heat oil in same pot over medium–high heat. Add onions & sauté til translucent, about 10 min. Stir in garlic, chilies, cumin, oregano, cloves & cayenne & sauté 2 min. Add beans & stock & bring to boil. Reduce heat & simmer til beans are very tender, stirring occasionally, about 2 hours.

Add chicken & 1 cup cheese to chili and stir til cheese melts. Season with salt & pepper. Ladle into bowls, garnish with remaining cheese, sour cream, salsa & cilantro. Makes 8 servings.

Martha

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