Annie's Red Salsa

Miss Annie's Note:

This is salsa that has a good smokey flavor to it. We love it in the summer when the tomatoes are "real".

• Total Time: 30 mins
• Prep Time: 30 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Yield: 4 cups

• 1 lb ripe tomato (about 4 medium)
• 4 cloves garlic , minced
• 2 -3 serrano peppers , stemmed (for a milder taste, remove the seeds)
• ½ medium onion , peeled and quartered
• 1 -2 chipotle chile in adobo
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• ¼ cup chopped fresh cilantro

Directions:

1. Preheat broiler.
2. Place the tomatoes, garlic, serranos, onion, and chipotles in a small roasting pan.
3. Broil, stirring frequently, until the vegetables are lightly charred.
4. Remove from the broiler and cool.
5. Place all of the vegetables in a food processor or blender, add salt and cilantro.
6. Puree until mixture reaches desired consistency.
7. Chill until ready to serve.