Category: Mexican

4 Tomatillos

3 Canned green chiles --

Seeded

2 large Ripe avocados

1 tbsp Minced onion

Salt and freshly ground

Pepper -- to taste

1/4 cup Cilantro leaves, minced --

For garnish

1. If using fresh tomatillos, discard husks and wash the tomatillos. Boil in a small amount of water until just tender (about 5 minutes); drain.

2. Combine tomatillos and chiles in a food processor or blender; process until smooth.

3. Halve the avocados and remove seeds. Scoop out pulp and mash with a fork. Stir in tomatillo mixture and onions. Season with salt and pepper. Spoon into a serving bowl and sprinkle with cilantro.

Makes 2-1/2 cups.