Black Mole Recipe

• 1/2 Tbsp. butter
• 1 sm white onion minced
• 1/2 tsp balsamic vinegar Salt to taste Freshly-grnd black pepper to taste
• 2 x ancho chiles - (to 3) seeded, toasted
• 2 x chiles negros - (to 3) seeded, toasted
• 1/4 c. toasted sesame seeds
• 1/4 c. toasted almond slices
• 1/4 c. toasted peanuts
• 1 x garlic clove - (to 2)
• 1/4 c. raisins
• 3 whl cloves
• 1/2 lb Mexican chocolate
• 3 x roasted tomatoes
• 4 c. chicken stock
• 3 Tbsp. vegetable shortening

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