Mexican Green Sauce

Total Time: 35 mins Preparation Time: 15 mins Cook Time: 20 mins

Ingredients

• 1 lb tomatillo, husked and washed
• 2 -3 fresh jalapenos, seeded
• 5 sprigs fresh cilantro, coarsely chopped
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 garlic clove, chopped
• 6 -7 fresh mint leaves (optional)
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cups vegetable broth
• 1/4 teaspoon salt

Recipe

• 1 boil the tomatillos and jalapenos in salted water until just tender, about 10 minutes, then drain.
• 2 place in blender or food processor with cilantro, onion and garlic (mint, if desired) and blend until smooth.
• 3 heat oil in a skillet over medium-high heat. pour sauce in and stir for 5 minutes.
• 4 add broth and salt, return to a boil, then simmer for 8 to 10 minutes until thickened.