Hint: It’s not cream of mushroom soup.
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Afull pantryis a godsend for a busy cook.
What Are Canned Chipotles in Adobo?

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What Can You Do With Canned Chipotles?
The answer: Just about anything!
If Im feeling up to it, Ill puree them.

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The resulting smoky, spicy paste is then ready to punch up any dish your heart desires.
Its also great to stir into mayo or sour cream for a sandwich ortaco topping.
), so a little goes a long way.

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My personal opinion is absolutely not.
Here, chipotles in adobo transform store-bought salsa into a sauce worth talking about.
Mashed Sweet Potatoes
Okay, I’m tricking you a little here.

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There’s no chipotle in this recipe, but there should be!
Sweet potatoes aren’t just for Thanksgiving, y’all!
Stir in a tablespoon and you’ve got yourself a knockout savory side dish for steak or pork chops.

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Slow-Cooker Chipotle Brisket Sliders
Dang, these are good.
Chipotles in adobo are good buddies with barbecue sauce; they make these sliders the perfect tailgating dish.
Chipotle Pepper Jelly
Pepper jelly is the patron saint of Southern shindigs.

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Chipotles in adobo spice up the classic condiment with their signature smoky heat.
Don’t be shy to ask your friends and family to help you assemble them.
The adobo sauce is featured in the chipotle mayonnaise that is served with the sliders.

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