Zesty Bean Posole

Summary

Posole is a hearty Mexican stew spiced with chiles and brimming with hominy—corn kernels with the hulls removed removed. Hominy has a chewy texture much like barley. In place of chiles, jarred salsa and cream add richness.

Time

Prep: 10 min. Slow cook: 3 hr. 30 min.

Yield

Makes 6 servings

Ingredients

• 2 15- to 16-oz. cans golden hominy, rinsed and drained
• 2 15- to 16-oz. cans red beans, rinsed and drained
• 3 1/2 cups reduced-sodium chicken broth
• 1 16-oz. jar thick and chunky medium salsa (1 2/3 cups)
• 2 tsp. dried oregano, crushed
• 1/2 cup whipping cream or half-and-half
• 2 tbsp. all-purpose flour
• Slivered green onions
• Shredded cheese (optional)

Method

1. In a 4-quart slow cooker combine hominy, beans, broth, salsa, and oregano. cover; cook on low-heat setting 7 to 8 hours or on high-heat setting 3 1/2 to 4 hours
2. With 30 minutes of cook time remaining, increase to high-heat setting if necessary. In a small bowl stire together cream and flour until smooth; stir into mixture in cooker. Cover; cook for 30 minutes more or until mixture is slightly thickened.
3. To serve, ladle soup into bowls. Top with green onions and shredded cheese, if desired.

Source

Better Homes and Gardens, December 2013, p. 156