6 JAN 2013
Chili Verde

A good chili verde is always important to have on hand for smothering that breakfast burrito. Set aside a morning to put a big batch of this deliciousness in the slow cooker, freeze what you won't use right away, and you're set! Here's the recipe.​

Prep time: 20 min. Cook time: 5-8 hrs.

Cut the pork into one-inch cubes and set aside. Heat the oil over medium heat in a Dutch oven or extra-large skillet. Dice the onion, mince the garlic, and cook until translucent, about 2 minutes. Add the pork and cook until browned on the outside, about 5 minutes. Transfer to slow cooker.

Process the tomatillos in a food processor until chopped, about 5 pulses. Set aside the cornstarch, add everything else to the slow cooker, and stir. Cover and cook on high for 3 hours. Reduce heat and cook for at least 2 hours, but up to 5. 30 minutes before the end of the cook time, mix cornstarch with ¼ cup cold water, add to slow cooker, and stir for about a minute. Replace cover and cook for remaining time. Enjoy!
Variations:
• Instead of canned jalapenos, dice a couple fresh ones to make it extra spicy; leave them out altogether if you can’t handle the heat.
• Add a can of cannelloni beans and serve as a main dish garnished with sour cream and shredded cheese.
You'll need:

• 3 lbs. pork shoulder
• 1 medium onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 28oz. can green enchilada sauce
• 1 7oz. can green salsa
• 1 can diced Jalapenos
• 1 can diced roasted green chilies
• 1 can stewed tomatillos
• 2 tbsp. vegetable oil
• 2 tsps. salt
• 2 tsps. ground Cumin
• 1 tsp. ground Chipotle (or chili powder – Chipotle preferred for the smoky flavor)
• 2 tbsp. cornstarch