1 cn Chipotle chiles in adobo

-sauce 2 c Boiling water

2 tb Tomato paste

1 tb Strong red wine or balsamic

-vinegar or more to taste 2 tb Brown sugar

From "The Savory Way" by Deborah Madison, Bantam. Blend the chiles and water together in a food processor or blender until smooth. Add the other ingredients and blend again. Taste and adjust the flavorings as desired. Serve salsa with beans, eggs or in soups. Makes 2 cups. Serves 8. Nutritional analysis per serving: 22.7 calories; 0 grams total fat; (0 grams saturated fat); 0.3 grams protein; 2.1 grams carbohydrates; 0 milligrams cholesterol; 35.7 milligrams sodium.