Tucson Jailhouse Chili

* Exported from MasterCook *

Tucson Jailhouse Chili

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Serving Size : 6 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Chili Ethnic

Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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1 Onion
6 Cloves garlic -- peeled
2 pounds Ground beef
1 can Diced green chilies (4 oz)
1 can Jalapeno peppers (4 oz)
1 can Diced tomatoes (12 oz)
1 can Tomato paste (6 oz)
6 tablespoons Chili powder (or more)
3 teaspoons Ground cumin
1 tablespoon Vinegar
2 tablespoons Brown sugar
1 tablespoon Salad oil
1 pound Pinto or kidney beans -- cooked and drained
Salt
Pepper
Grated sharp Cheddar cheese -- (garnish)
Sliced green onions -- (garnish)

Dice onion; saute in heavy Dutch oven. Dice garlic and add when onions are
clear. Stir for 30 seconds; add ground beef, green chilis, jalapeno peppers,
tomatoes, tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, vinegar, brown sugar, oil and
drained beans. Simmer for 1 1/2 to 2 hours (DO NOT BOIL). Adjust seasoning
with salt and pepper to taste. Garnish with cheese and green onion. Serve with
corn chips.

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