Caitriona's Posole Recipe

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   For the posole, place meat, tomatoes, onion, garlic and salt in large pot.

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   Use wooden spoon to break tomatoes into small pcs.

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   Add in sufficient water to cover meat by 1 inch.

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   Bring to boil over high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer, covered, till tender, 2 to 3 hrs.

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   Remove meat from pot and cut into small pcs.

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   Return to soup.

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   Add in hominy and cook 1 hour.

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   Skim fat before serving, or possibly chill overnight; fat will congeal on surface and be easier to skim.

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   Serve in bowls or possibly ladle from a large pot.

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    For the garnishes, heat 1 inch oil in deep skillet over high heat.

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    When warm, add in tortilla strips; do not overcrowd.

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    Fry till crisp and golden brown, 2 to 3 min.

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    Drain on paper towels.

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    Place tortilla strips, cabbage, onion, cheese, lime wedges, cilantro, salsa and red pepper flakes in small serving bowls and offer alongside Posole.

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    This recipe yields 10 to 12 servings.

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