Real Texas Chili

* Exported from MasterCook *

REAL TEXAS CHILI

Recipe By : Shareware Recipes Imported from MasterCook
Serving Size : 8 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Main Dish Chili

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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2 pounds boneless beef chuck
1 tablespoon chili powder
4 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 onion -- chopped
1 garlic clove -- minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 bay leaf
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 1/3 cups tomato puree -- fresh or canned
1 cup water

TRIM THE BEEF AND CUT into 1/2-inch cubes. Rub with 1 tablespoon chili and 2
tablespoons olive oil. Marinate in refrigerator several hours or overnight. H
eat remaining oil in a stew pot and add as much meat as will fit in one layer
in the pot. Saute until browned on all sides. Remove to a bowl and repeat proc
ess in batches with remaining meat. When all the meat is browned, add the onio
n to the pot and saute until softened. Return the meat and accumulated juices
to the pot and add all remaining ingredients. Cook partially covered over medi
um heat for 1 1/4 hours. Remove bay leaf. Serve with sour cream, chopped cilan
tro and lime wedges.



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