Pecos River Bowl Of Red
Serves:
Ingredients:
2
tb
Lard
1
Onion
3
lb
Beef,coarse grind
3
Garlic cloves
4
tb
Red chile,hot,ground
4
tb
Red chile,mild,ground
2
ts
Cumin,ground
3
c
Water
1 1/2
ts
Salt
Method:
1.
Melt the lard, butter, or drippings in a large heavy pot over medium heat.
add the onions and cook until they are translucent.
¶ 2.
Combine the meat with the garlic, ground chili, and cumin.
Add this meat-and-spice mixture to the pot.
Break up any lumps with a fork and cook, stirring accasionally, until the meat is evenly browned.
¶ 3.
Stir in the water and salt.
Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 2 1/2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until the meat is very tender and the flavors are well blended.
Add more water if necessary.
Taste and adjust seasonings.
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