Pecos River Bowl Of Chili Recipe - Cooking Index
2 tablespoons | 30ml | Bacon drippings - or butter o |
1 tablespoon | 15ml | Onion - coarsely chopped (large) |
3 lbs | 1362g / 48oz | Lean beef - coarsely ground |
3 lbs | 1362g / 48oz | Garlic cloves - finely chopped (medium) |
4 tablespoons | 60ml | Ground chili peppers - (hot) |
2 tablespoons | 30ml | Ground chili peppers - (mild) |
2 teaspoons | 10ml | Ground cumin |
3 cups | 711ml | Water |
1 1/2 teaspoons | 7.5ml | Salt |
Melt lard, butter, or drippings in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until transparent but not browned, about 5 minutes. Combine meat with garlic, ground chiles and cumin. Add this meat-spice mixture with a fork and cook, stirring occasionally, until meat is evenly browned.
Stir in water and salt. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 2 1/2 to 3 hours, stirring occasionally, until meat is very tender and flavors are well blended. Add more water if necessary.
Taste and adjust seasonings.
Source:
"Chili Madness" by Jane Butel
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