Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons unsalted butter
  • 4 jalapenos, seeded and finely chopped
  • 1 large red onion, finely chopped
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 large ripe tomatoes, cored and chopped
  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 2 cups half-and-half (or heavy cream if you prefer)
  • 1 cup chicken stock
  • fresh cilantro
  • salt and pepper
  • 1 cup grated sharp cheddar cheese

Method

  • Melt butter in large saucepan and saute jalapenos, onion, and garlic for 8- 9 minutes.
  • Stir in tomatoes and cook for another 7 minutes (should be saucy).
  • Scoop avocado flesh into a small bowl and break it up coarsely with a fork.
  • Add to veggies, heat briefly, then stir in half& half (or cream), chicken stock, cilantro, salt, and pepper.
  • Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Do not boil!
  • Remove from heat and stir in cheese.
  • Adjust salt and pepper as needed.