Pedernales River Chili

Serves:

Ingredients:

3 T Lard
4 lb Beef,coarse grind
1 Onion
2 Garlic cloves
3 t Salt
1 t Oregano,dried,pref. Mexican
1 t Cumin
2 c Water
32 oz Tomatoes,whole
4 T Red chile,hot,ground
2 T Red chile,mild,ground

Method:

1.
Melt the lard or bacon drippings in a large saute pan over medium heat.
Add the meat to the pan.
Break up any lumps with a fork and cook, stirring occasionally until the meat is evenly browned.
~ 2.
Add the onions and garlic and cook until the onions are translucent.
~ 3.
Stir in the salt, oregano, cumin, water, and tomatoes.
~ 4.
Gradually stir in the ground chile, testing until you achieve the degree of hotness and flavor the suits your palate.
Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour.
Stir occasionally.
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