Roasted Tomatillo Sauce

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   On a non-stick cookie sheet, place the tomatillos, poblano chiles, and onion, and place them under the broiler.

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   Broil the vegetables for 3 to 5 minutes per side, turning them as their skins begin to char.

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   The entire process should take around 15 minutes.

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   After 12 minutes of broiling time, add the cloves of garlic.

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   Remove the cookie sheet from the oven and set aside to cool.

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   When the tomatillos and poblano chiles are cool to the touch, remove their skins, stems, and seeds, and discard.

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   Remove and discard the onion skin, as well.

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   Transfer the tomatillos, poblano chiles, onion, and garlic to a food processor or blender, and pulse a few times to roughly chop the vegetables.

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   Add the cilantro, lime juice, and cumin, and continue to pulse to form a chunky puree.

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    Add salt to taste and a little unbleached cane sugar, if desired.

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    Transfer the mixture to an airtight container and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

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    Serves as a sauce for Mexican and Southwestern style dishes, as a sauce for steamed vegetables and grains, or as a dip with raw veggies or tortilla chips.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.