This chile colorado recipe is warm and comforting, hearty, savory, make ahead and freezer friendly and most importantly, layered with complex flavor but is easier to make than you think It begins with a red chile sauce made of dried ancho chile peppers, guajillo peppers and chiles de arbol that impart an intense, earthy, smoky, complex, authentic flavor profile laced with sweet berry undertones thats practically hypnotic (with customizable heat). If youre intimidated by working with dried chilies, dont be They are super easy to work with and this chile colorado recipe is the perfect place to start with step-by-step photos and instructions to create an authentic chile sauce unparalleled in flavor. The chile colorado sauce is combined with sauted onions, garlic, beef broth and seasonings then simmered with chunks of beef until fall apart tender. You can serve the chile colorado with mexican rice, beans and warm tortillas, or topped with cilantro, chips, and cheese. It is also makes a fabulous filling for tacos, burritos and enchiladas. No matter how you serve this chile colorado recipe, one thing is for certain it will be a repeat favorite forever and ever