There’s no better Tex-Mex or Spanish dish than one made with Mole Sauce. Here’s an easy recipe for a sauce that’s usually very challenging to make from scratch. For a truly special Mole Sauce we suggest using one of Theo’s dark chocolates, which are organic, single source, and Fair Trade Certified.

Ingredients

• 4 1/2 cups chicken broth
• 3 tablespoons olive oil
• 1 cup finely chopped onion
• 3 tablespoons chopped garlic
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 2 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
• 3 tablespoons all-purpose flour
• 2 ounces dark chocolate, chopped

Preparation

1. Heat oil in a large saucepan over medium low heat.
2. Add onion, garlic, oregano, cumin and cinnamon.
3. Cover and cook until onion is almost tender, stirring occasionally, about 10 minutes.
4. Mix in chili powder and flour, stir for 3 minutes.
5. Gradually whisk in chicken broth.
6. Increase heat to medium high. Boil until reduced, about 35 minutes, stirring occasionally.
7. Remove from heat.
8. Whisk in chocolate; season with salt and pepper, if desired.

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If you'd like to try one of the world's great extra virgin olive oils with this recipe go to: L'Autunno Blend Extra Virgin Olive Oil