Recipe By :
Serving Size : 4 Preparation Time :0:00
Categories : Chili
Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method
-------- ------------ --------------------------------
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.
