Texas Chili

2 tbsp canola oil
3 lbs coarsely ground chili meat
1 onion, chopped
5 cloves garlic, chopped
1 tbsp paprika
6 tbsp chili powder
1 tbsp cumin
1 tsp oregano
1 8-oz can tomato sauce
1 tsp salt
1 jalapeno pepper, chopped
1 tsp cayenne pepper

Heat oil in a large, deep pot; brown chili meat. Add onion and garlic. Mix
to blend and get the onion cooking. Add paprika, chili powder, cumin,
oregano, tomato sauce, and salt. Add a small amount of water, if desired.
Simmer, covered, for 1 1/2 hours. During last 30 minutes of cooking time,
add jalapeño and cayenne pepper. Serve garnished with chopped onion and
shredded cheddar cheese, if desired. Add pinto beans also, if desired;
simply add pinto beans to bowl before pouring in chili.