*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           Chili H. Allen Smith

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Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Chili

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      tb            Butter
   4      lb            Beef sirloin -- coarse grind
   6      oz            Tomato paste
   4      c             Water
   3                    Onions
   1                    Bell pepper
   4      cl            Garlic
   3      tb            Ground hot red chile
   1      tb            Mexican oregano
     1/2  ts            Basil
   1      tb            Cumin
   1                    Salt
   1                    Pepper

Heat the oil and/or butter in a heavy 4 qt 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.

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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