*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                         Fresh Tomato White Chili

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Chili

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   3      large         tomatoes, red ripe
   1      tablespoon    vegetable oil
     1/2  cup           onion -- chopped
   1      can           mild green chiles -- 4 oz
   1      teaspoon      minced garlic
   1      teaspoon      ground cumin
   1      teaspoon      oregano leaves -- crushe
   1      teaspoon      sugar
     1/8  teaspoon      ground cloves
     1/8  teaspoon      ground red pepper
   1      can           chicken broth -- 14 oz
   1      can           white kidney beans -- 15 oz
                        rinsed and drained
   2      cups          cooked chicken -- cubed
                        Sour cream
                        shredded Cheddar cheese
                        diced tomatoes
                        chopped cilantro (optional

  Core and coarsely chop tomatoes (makes about 4 cups); set aside. 
In a large saucepan, heat oil until hot.  Add onion. Cook, stirring occasionally, until tender,
 about 5 minutes.    
Stir in chilies, garlic, cumin, oregano, sugar, cloves, red pepper and the 4 cups reserved
 tomatoes.  
Reduce heat and simmer, stirring occasionally, until the tomatoes are softened, about
 5 minutes.    
Add chicken broth; bring to a boil, reduce heat; simmer, covered, to blend flavors, about 15
 minutes. 
Add beans and chicken; cook until hot, about 5 minutes.  
Garnish with sour cream, shredded Cheddar cheese, diced tomatoes and chopped cilantro,
 if desired.  Makes 4 servings.

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