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                         Pedernales River Chili

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

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  3      tablespoons   Lard
  4      pounds        Beef -- coarse grind
  1                    Onion
  2                    Garlic cloves
  3      teaspoons     Salt
  1      teaspoon      Oregano,dried -- pref. Mexican
  1      teaspoon      Cumin
  2      cups          Water
 32      ounces        Tomatoes -- whole
  4      tablespoons   Red chile,hot -- ground
  2      tablespoons   Red chile,mild -- ground

1. Melt the lard or bacon drippings in a large saute pan over medium heat. Add the meat to the pan. Break up any lumps with a fork and cook, stirring occasionally until the meat is evenly browned.~ 2. Add the onions and garlic and cook until the onions are translucent.~ 3. Stir in the salt, oregano, cumin, water, and tomatoes.~ 4. Gradually stir in the ground chile, testing until you achieve the degree of hotness and flavor the suits your palate. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour.
Stir occasionally.~

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