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                             AMARILLO CHILI

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

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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  4                    Bacon,slices,1/2" pieces
  2                    Onion(s)
  1                    Garlic clove
    1/2   lb           Pork shoulder,coarse grind
  1       lb           Beef round,1/2" strips
    1/2   lb           Beef chuck,coarse grind
  4       cn           Green chiles,whole
  1       tb           Red chile,hot,ground
  2       tb           Red chile,mild,ground
  1       t            Oregano,dried,pref. Mexican
  1 1/2   ts           Cumin
  1 1/2   ts           Salt
 12       oz           Tomato paste
  3       c            Water
 16       oz           Pinto beans

 1. Fry bacon in a large, deep heavy pot over medium
 heat. When the bacon has rendered most of its fat,
 remove the pieces with a slotted spoon, drain on paper
 toweling and reserve.

 2. Add the onions and garlic to the bacon fat and cook
 until the onions are translucent.

 3. Add the pork and beef to the pot. Break up any
 lumps with a fork and cook over medium-high heat,
 stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly
 browned.

 4. Stir in the remaining ingredients except the beans
 and the bacon. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat
 and simmer, uncovered, for 2 hours. Stir occasionally.

 5. Taste and adjust seasonings. Stir in the beans and
 the bacon, and simmer for 1/2 hour longer.



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