576832 white chili

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsLg. white beans, soaked overnight in water and drained
6cupsChicken broth
2Cloves garlic, minced
1mediumOnion, chopped and divided
1tablespoonOil
2(4 oz.) cans chopped green chilies
2teaspoonsGround cumin
teaspoonDried oregano
¼teaspoonGround cloves
¼teaspoonCayenne pepper
4cupsDiced cooked chicken breasts
3cupsGrated Jack cheese

Directions

Combine beans, chicken broth, garlic and half the onions in large soup pot; boil. Reduce heat and simmer 3 hours or more until beans are very soft. Add more chicken broth, if necessary. Saute remaining onions until tender in oil. Add chilies and seasoning and thoroughly mix. Add to beans. Add chicken and simmer 1 hour. Serve topped with grated cheese. SUGGESTED CONDIMENTS: Tomatoes, parsley, olives, guacamole, sour cream, tortilla chips, salsa and/or cornbread.

Submitted By BARRY WEINSTEIN On 03-02-95