Chicken Posole - MA SNAP-ED

Ingredients

• 1 onion, chopped
• 3 large carrots, chopped
• 3 celery stalks, chopped
• 1/2 tablespoon garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 1/2 cups hominy (2 – 15 ounce cans)
• 1 can chicken (about 12 ounces)
• 4 cups water
• 1 teaspoon cayenne or jalapeño chilies, seeds removed and finely chopped (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon chili powder (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon oregano (optional)
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon pepper