Robb Walshs Chili Powder Food

ROBB WALSH'S CHILI POWDER

Steps:

• Toast chiles in a pan, then remove them and allow to cool. In the same pan, toast cumin seeds.
• Seed the anchos and cut them into strips and then process them in a spice grinder with the cumin seeds, a big pinch of Mexican oregano and, if you like, a shake of garlic powder.
• Use it in chili, or store in a sealed jar. Use it quickly, though. It grows stale fast.

HOMEMADE CHILI POWDER

Steps:

• Combine all of the ingredients in a small mixing bowl and stir until thoroughly blended. Store the chili powder in an airtight container.

CHILI GRAVY FROM ROBB WALSH

Steps:

• Heat the oil in a skillet over medium-high heat.
• Stir in the flour and continue stirring for 3 to 4 minutes, or until it makes a light brown roux.
• Add all the dry ingredients and continue to cook for 1 minute, constantly stirring and blending ingredients.
• Add chicken broth or water, mixing and stirring until the sauce thickens.
• Turn heat to low and let sauce simmer for 15 minutes. Add water to adjust the thickness. Makes 2 cups.