Chipotle Pepper Puree

The chipotle is a jalapeno that has been allowed to ripen until it turns red and is then smoke dried. It is available dried or canned in adobo sauce. I find the canned chipotles easier to use in most instances.

Put the contents of one seven ounce can of chipotle peppers in adobo sauce in the blender. Fill the can half full of hot water and use a small fork to scrape down the sauce clinging to the sides of the can. Add to the blender and puree the mixture until completely smooth. Put into a clean jar with a tight lid. The mixture will keep indefintely in the refrigerator.