Easy Enchilada Sauce

If you have run out of enchilada sauce, as I did recently, or you just want a better tasting sauce than store-bought varieties, try this easy, quick version. It will make your enchiladas taste spectacular!

Makes about 4 cups.

Ingredients:

• 2 Tbsp vegetable oil
• 2 Tbsp all-purpose flour
• 2 Tbsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp ground cumin
• 2 c tomato sauce
• 2 c water
• 1/4 tsp garlic powder
• 1 Tbsp dry cilantro
• 1 Tbsp butter

Directions:

1. Heat oil in large 2-quart saucepan over medium low heat.
2. Stir in flour, chili powder, and cumin; cook for 1 minute, stirring constantly.
3. Add tomato sauce, water, and garlic powder; bring to a boil and simmer for about 10 minutes.
4. Add cilantro and butter. Use in your favorite recipes.