Howie's favorite chili
Yield: 8 Servings
Ingredients:
- 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
Instructions:
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.~



