Directions

Toast chiles in heavy skillet over medium heat until brown & fragrant, about 3 minutes. Cool slightly, slit open, and remove seeds.

Saut? onion and garlic until lightly brown. In a small bowl toss chiles with the hot water and soak for 10 minutes. Put all ingredients in a blender. Process at high speed until you have a slightly textured liquid. Makes approx 2 1/2 cups.