Classic Red Chile Sauce

Yield:	6 Servings
Categories:	Mexican, Spices, Sauces

2	c	Cups
10		Dried red New Mexican chiles
1	md	Onion, chopped
2		Cloves garlic, chopped
2	tb	Bacon drippings or vegetable oil
1/2	ts	Ground cumin (optional)
3	c	Water