Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

Directions

1. 1

   1 lb Tomatillos, husked & washed 8 ea Garlic cloves, peeled 2 ea Jalapeno chiles, stemmed and -seeded if desired 1 lg Bunch cilantro, leaves

2. 2

   Place the tomatillos, garlic and jalapenos on a baking tray and broil, turning frequently, until evenly charred, 15 minutes

3. 3

   The trick to keeping the garlic from burning is to tuck it under the tomatoes.) Set aside to cool

4. 4

   Transfer the roasted ingredients to a food processor fitted with the metal blade

5. 5

   Add the cilantro and water and puree until smooth

6. 6

   Season with the salt and pepper and serve

7. 7

   Makes 2 1/2 cups

8. 8

   Store in the refrigerator 3-5 days or in the freezer for weeks