Midwest Chili

* Exported from MasterCook *

Midwest Chili

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Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Posted

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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3 pounds beef chuck -- coarse grind
3 tablespoons cumin
2 pounds beef chuck -- fine grind
3 teaspoons salt
2 onions -- chopped
3 cups water
5 garlic cloves -- minced
30 ounces tomato sauce
1 tablespoon red chile -- hot, ground
56 ounces tomatoes -- whole
5 tablespoons red chile -- mild, ground
32 ounces pinto beans

1. Add the meat, onions, and garlic to a heavy 5-quart pot or Dutch oven. Break
up any lumps with a fork and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, unt
il the meat is evenly browned.

2. Stir in the ground chile, cumin, and salt, thoroughly blending the mixture.
Add the water, tomato sauce, and tomatoes, mashing them with a fork.

3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for
about 1 1/2 hours. Stir occasionally.

4. Taste and adjust seasonings. Stir in the beans and simmer, uncovered, 1/2 ho
ur longer.

Busted by Christopher E. Eaves <cea260@airmail.net>


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