Spicy Peanut and HOJ Teriyaki Beef Jerky Soup

Ingredients:

• 1/4 cup butter
• 2 medium onions, small diced
• 3 cloves of garlic, finely chopped
• 1/4 cup flour
• 8 cups chicken stock
• 2 Chipotle peppers, finely minced (rehydrate in a little hot chicken stock if using dried, reserve stock for use) or use canned (drained)
• 1 cup shredded smoked chicken
• 1/4 cup shredded HOJ Teriyaki Beef Jerky (jerky may need to be softened in a little boiling water prior to chopping)
• 3 cups heavy cream
• 3 Tbs. chopped fresh cilantro
• 1 cup chunky peanut butter (I prefer Skippy Superchunk)
• Kosher salt and pepper to taste.

Preparation:

1. Saute the onions, garlic and chilies until the onions are translucent.
2. Add the flour and stir in to blend
3. Quickly add all the chicken stock, whisking until smooth
4. Simmer on low heat for about 25 minutes, stirring frequently
5. Stir in the chicken, cilantro, cream and peanut butter until incorporated and bring back to a simmer and serve.
6. Soup is also good chilled but may need to be thinned with water or milk.
7. Garnish with fresh cilantro sprigs and toasted peanuts