Red Chile Paste

Ingredients

• 6 dried New Mexico, ancho, or red chile peppers
• 4 cups water
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, pressed
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
• 1 teaspoon paprika
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 tablespoons cider vinegar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 2 cups torn sourdough bread pieces