Wash and remove stems and seeds from New Mexico dried chile pods.
Cover the chile pods with water in a saucepan, bring to a boil and cook about 20 minutes. Remove from the heat and let cool a little.
Transfer the chile pods and water to a food processor and purée until smooth. Pour the mixture into a colander and strain seperating the pulp from the skin.
To finish the sauce. In a sauce pan add the strained chile and the spices. Heat and simmer a few minutes adding water if too thick and checking for salt.
Use in your favorite recipes like enchiladas, posole, on pork, tacos....It is so good!
