Pedernales River Chili

 

      Yield: 8 Servings

 

      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

 

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.