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                           Chili a la Franey

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Serving Size  : 4    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Chili

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  1      tablespoon    Olive oil
  1      pound         Beef,very lean -- coarse grind
  1      pound         Pork,very lean -- coarse grind
  3                    Onions,large -- finely chopped
  1                    Bell pepper(s)
  2                    Celery stalks -- finely chopped
  1      tablespoon    Garlic -- finely chopped
  1      tablespoon    Oregano,dried -- pref. Mexican
  2                    Bay leaves
  2      teaspoons     Cumin -- ground
  3      cups          Tomatoes with tomato paste
  1      cup           Beef broth
  1      cup           Water
                       Salt
                       Pepper,ground -- fresh
    1/2  teaspoon      Chile caribe
  2      tablespoons   Red chile,ground -- mild-hot
  2      cups          Kidney beans,cooked -- drained

1. If possible, have the beef and pork ground together, or else mix meats together in a bowl.~ 2.
Heat the oil in a large heavy 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.~ 3. Add the onions, green pepper, celery, garlic, oregano, bay leaves, and cumin. Mix well.~ 4. Add the tomatoes, broth, water, salt, pepper, caribe, and ground chile. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 20 minutes. Stir often.~ 5. Add the beans and simmer for 10 minutes longer. Taste and adjust seasonings.~

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