Roasted Tomatillo Salsa

Appetizers

1 pound Tomatillos; husked & washed
8 each Garlic cloves; peeled
2 each Jalapeno chilies; stemmed and seeded
1 large Bunch cilantro; leaves only
3/4 cup Water
1 teaspoon Salt
1 pinch freshly ground pepper

Preheat the broiler. Place the tomatillos, garlic and jalapenos on a baking tray and broil, turning frequently, until evenly charred, 15 minutes. (The trick to keeping the garlic from burning is to tuck it under the tomatoes.) Set aside to cool. Transfer the roasted ingredients to a food processor fitted with the metal blade. Add the cilantro and water and puree until smooth. Season with the salt and pepper and serve.