White Chili - cooking recipe

Ingredients

1 lb. white beans, soaked overnight in water and drained
6 c. chicken broth (may need more)
2 medium onions, chopped (divided)
2 (4 oz.) cans chopped green chilies
4 c. diced, cooked chicken breasts
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 Tbsp. cumin (ground)
1 1/2 tsp. dried oregano
1/4 tsp. ground cloves
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
3 c. Monterey Jack cheese (12 oz.)
1 Tbsp. oil

Preparation

Combine beans, chicken broth, garlic and half of the onions in a large soup pot.
Bring to boil.
Reduce heat and simmer until beans are soft, 3 hours or more.
Add more chicken broth if needed.
In a skillet, saute remaining onions in oil until tender. Add chilies and seasonings; mix thoroughly.
Add to bean mixture. Add chicken and simmer 1 hour.
Serve topped with grated cheese. Serve with cornbread.