The Oneida Daily Dispatch (Oneida, NY)
Mexican Stew
You’ll need:
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1/2 cup onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 teaspoons chili powder
• 1/2 teaspoon cumin
• 2 cups water
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes with green peppers, undrained
• 4 cups shredded cooked turkey or chicken
• 1 (16-ounce) can pinto beans, drained
• 1 (15.25-ounce) can corn with liquid
• 1/2 cup light sour cream
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro (optional)
What to do:
1. Heat olive oil in a large pot; cook onions and garlic until softened.
2. Add spices and stir for 1 minute until mixed.
3. Add water, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes and shredded turkey or chicken.
4. Bring to a boil, then simmer for 5 minutes.
5. Add beans, corn, sour cream and cilantro. Simmer for 20 minutes, uncovered. Serve with optional toppings of shredded cheese or crushed tortilla. Serves 4.