30 ea Dried chipotle chiles OR;

-3 c chipotle chiles. 8 ea Ripe Roma tomatoes, cored

12 ea Garlic cloves, peeled

2 tb Salt

1/2 ts Black pepper, freshly ground

Combine all of the ingredients in a medium saucepan. Bring to a boil, reduce to a simmer and cook, uncovered, about 20 minutes. The liquid should be reduced by one-third and the tomato skins should be falling off. Set aside to cool. Pour the mixture into a blender or a food processor fitted with the metal blade. Puree until smooth and then pass through a strainer. Serve chilled. Chipotle salsa can be stored in the refrigerator up to 5 days or frozen. SOURCE: Mesa Mexicana by Mary Sue Milliken and Susan Feniger with Helena Siegel.