Toasted Jalapeno, Tomatillo and Watermelon Salsa

Ingredients

• 8-10 medium tomatillos, skin removed, rinsed, and quartered
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 onion, minced
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and chopped
• 1 tablespoon ground cumin
• 2 teaspoons mild chili powder
• 1 cup tomato sauce
• 1 cup watermelon, chunks
• salt
• pepper

Directions

1. 1

   Heat oil in a large heavy saute pan over medium high heat.

2. 2

   Add onion and saute for a few minutes.

3. 3

   Add tomatillos, garlic, and jalapenos, saute until the onions and garlic begin to brown.

4. 4

   Reduce the heat to low and sprinkle cumin and chili powder over the pan.

5. 5

   Stir in tomato sauce and bring to a simmer.

6. 6

   Remove rom the heat and let cool.

7. 7

   Place the mixture in a blender or food precessor

8. 8

   Add watermelon and puree, season to taste with salt and pepper.