The many varieties of spicy chiles are muy popular these days, as anyone watching the cooking channel will observe. Here is a recipe for some wonderful Aioli which is just terrific to liven up leftover dishes, such as a roast beef sandwich with cheddar. Or spread some over chunks of cold leftover turkey, and serve atop a green salad. Use it as a marinade for chicken breasts before grilling, or top a baked potato with a generous spoonful. Make plenty,...once you find how good it is, you will want to use it often!

Ingredients:

• 2 egg yolks
• 1 1/2 tsp Dijon Mustard
• 1 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
• 2 garlic cloves
• 2 teaspoons ancho chili powder
• 1 canned chipotle pepper [in adobo sauce]
• 1 cup pure olive oil
• 2 Tbsp. lemon juice
• 1/3 cup chopped cilantro leaves
• 1/3 cup caramelized onions, chopped finely

Method:

Combine the egg yolks and mustard in a food processor until smooth and doubled in size, and of a lemon color. Slowly add the chili powder and the one chipotle pepper. (reserve the remainder of the can for another use). In a small steady stream. add the olive oil until well blended. Add the lemon juice and the cilantro leaves, processing until coarsely chopped. Place the mixture in a mixing bowl and add the caramelized onions, adding salt and pepper to taste. If mixture seems too thick, add additional lemon juice, or [for additional heat too] some of the extra sauce from the canned chili. Ole' !!