TERRITORIAL CHILE POSOLE STEW

Steps:

• Warm a large heavy skillet over medium high heat; sprinkle the meat with salt and pepper.
• Add the seasoned meat to warmed skillet and cook stirring frequently until lightly browned.
• Lower the heat to medium and add the onion and garlic.
• Sauté until the onion is tender, about 5 minutes.
• Place the contents of the skillet into the crock-pot and add remaining ingredients.
• If using canned posole, wait until the last 2 hours to add to the crock-pot.
• Cover and simmer for 4 to 6 hours (depending on your crock-pot the cooking time may need to be increased), until the posole has popped and is tender.
• During the last few hours of cooking, it may be necessary to add the warm water or additional chicken stock; the dried posole will absorb the stock as it cooks.
• Salt the stew to taste, garnish with additional cilantro if desired and serve.