Green Chile Stew

Again, this is one of those recipes where everyone has their own version. This just happens to be mine!

INGREDIENTS:
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 pound cubed beef or pork
1 onion, coarsely chopped
Salt and pepper
1 32 ounce container chicken broth, plus 2 cups
1 28 ounce can diced tomatoes, drained
4-6 potatoes, peeled and cubed
1 teaspoon garlic powder

Green chile, to taste (We use fresh roasted chile, peel it, coarsely chop, and leave the seeds. If you prefer, you can buy frozen green chile that is already prepared; however you may want to add some crushed red pepper or cayenne pepper if you want the heat.)

DIRECTIONS:

Heat the oil in a large stockpot over medium heat. Add the meat. Salt and pepper generously. Cook until no longer pink. Push meat to the side of pot and add onion. Cook for 3-4 minutes or until onion is transparent. Add the broth, tomatoes, chile, potatoes and garlic powder. Cover and simmer over low heat until potatoes are cooked through. About one hour. Taste and add any additional seasonings. Serve with tortillas or, our favorite, Mimi's cornbread (recipe to come!).