How’s winter been treating you guys? I know I’m going to get some grumbles, but I’m a little disappointed in ours. It’s sixty degrees as I write this. We haven’t gotten any significant snow storms. And spring is nearly a month away. Guys, I live for winter. It’s what gets me through July. So a wimpy winter is always a huge bummer. Oh, and then there’s all the comfort food and soup that I blog all winter. I need to justify that somehow. I’m sure I lost a few of you all, but for any fellow cold weather fans who are feeling ripped off like me, let’s make the best of this. Light a fire, cozy up with a big sweater, and make some soup. (All things I’ve been known to do even when it’s 90 degrees out, but whatever.) This vegan posole is the perfect cozy-up soup to pretend with. (Or not, if you’re lucky enough to be experiencing real winter.) With sweet potatoes, pinto beans, and hominy, it’s super hearty. Is hominy a new one for you? It’s a Latin American corn product that adds awesome flavor and texture to this soup. (If you want more details, give this a quick read.) You can usually find it in cans, either with the beans, or in the international foods section of the supermarket. Two of the three stores in my town had it, so I think you’ve got a good shot at finding it. And it’s delicious! I experimented with a few versions of this soup, and by far my favorite seasoning blend was centered around chipotle. It adds the perfect smoky flavor to complement the sweet potatoes, and just the right amount of kick.
