Hi guys,
Lots going on. Sorry I am a little behind. Just been busy. Things are o.k. here. Husband is returning to work today. I am glad. I don't mean that in an unkind way as I truly enjoyed having him home and he has helped me a lot around the house and in the yard. I was glad to be here as a comfort and support to him
but I am glad he is going back to work. It will keep him busy and occupied and give him something productive to focus on outside of himself and his own family issues at the moment. So that is a positive and I think it will be good for him.
Anyhow, made some 'cheater' chicken enchiladas yesterday after church. They turned out delicious. I call them 'cheater' enchiladas as I already start with a precooked deli chicken which I just strip of meat. I also use El Pato brand enchilada sauce.
I have made homemade enchilada sauce from scratch. I mean seriously ground the chilis, broiled the tomatoes, chopped the onions, etc. etc. I have had many a restaurants enchiladas from coast to coast. Honestly, El Pato enchilada sauce is just as good/comparable to the majority of them and you can grab cans of it in any grocery store. It is fine just as is but can taste even better if you doctor it up just a tad with some additional spices and seasonings to your liking, heat and taste preference.
So after shredding the chicken and seasoning it with some cayenne, cumin, coriander and chili powders (ancho and chipotle) and tossing it with just a little sauce and small handful of shredded cheese we filled the tortillas. Covered in sauce, diced onions and plenty of cheese and baked for 45 minutes. Came out magnificent.
Topped everything with cilantro and more diced white onions and some salsa fresca and served it with a side of yellow rice and a HUGE salad. It was fabulous. Wine was a Smoking Loon from Chili which we enjoy often. Really complimented dinner as it is smoky with hints of chocolate, spice and berry.
Today is leftover day. There is Indian, Mexican, lots and lots of lettuce for salad and a pork chop my neighbor was kind enough to send me home with from the other day. I won't be cooking for another day or two yet.
Sean..........enjoy your trip. It sounds like a good time since you will be seeing friends and all the better since you know you will be eating well. Have a great time.
