Vilco wrote:
> Leonard Lehew wrote:
>
> >> Are Chipotles those smoked mexican peppers?
> > Chipotles are ripe, smoked jalapeno peppers.
>
> Thanks both, so I have 5 or 6 whole chipotles at home
> They're dried, very dry, so... some hint/link about how to cook
> these nukes?


Soak them in boiling water to cover until they're soft.

If you like, you can remove the stems and/or seeds first.

Once they're soft, chop with a knife, or puree in a blender.
I've got one of those miniature food processors that I
often use for this.

Cindy Hamilton