Title: Chili H Allen Smith
Categories: Chili, Beans
Yield: 8 Servings

2 tb Butter
4 lb Beef sirloin,coarse grind
6 oz Tomato paste
4 c Water
3 Onions
1 Bell pepper(s)
4 Garlic cloves
3 tb Red chile,hot,ground
1 tb Oregano,dried,pref. Mexican
1/2 ts Basil
1 tb Cumin
1 Salt
1 Pepper

1. Heat the oil or butter (or a blend of the two) in a heavy 4-quart pot
over medium heat. Add the meat to the pot. Break up any lumps with a fork
and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly browned.~ 2. Stir
in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer,
uncovered, for 2 to 3 hours. Stir occasionally and add more water if
necessary. Taste and adjust seasoning.~

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