Chili blanco especial

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
Jim Vorheis
1poundsDry White Northern Beans
cupChicken broth
2Cloves garlic, minced
1largeWhite onion, chopped
1tablespoonGround white pepper
1teaspoonSalt
1tablespoonDried oregano
1tablespoonGround cumin
½teaspoonGround cloves
7ouncesCan diced green chilies
5cupsDiced cooked chicken breast
cupChicken broth
1tablespoonDiced jalapeno pepper (optional)
8Flour tortillas
Condiments:
Shredded Monterey Jack
Sliced black olives
Chunky salsa
Sour cream
Diced avocado

Directions

Soak beans in water to cover for 24 hours; drain.

In crock pot or large kettle, combine beans, 5¼ cups chicken broth, garlic, onion, white pepper, salt, oregano, cumin and cloves. Simmer covered for at least 5 hours until beans are tender, stirring occasionally. Stir in green chilies, diced chicken, and 1 ¾ cups chicken broth. For hotter taste, add jalapeno. Cover and simmer for 1 hour. To serve, line each bowl with 1 flour tortilla. Spoon in chili and serve with all condiments for a very special chili.

Creme de Colorado Cookbook (1987) From the collection of Jim Vorheis