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                             MY EASY CHILI

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Serving Size  : 20   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Chili

 Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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                       Kitchen
  5       lb           Ground beef -- lean
  5       lg           Onion -- chopped
 40       oz           Tomato puree -- can
 15       oz           Tomato paste -- can
 30       oz           Kidney beans -- rinsed & drain
  2 1/2   qt           Water -- or more
 10       tb           Chili powder
  2 1/2                Garlic -- to taste
                       Oregano

 SAUTE THE ONION in a non-stick pan, or in a little
 butter until tender. If you want the chili hot, saute
 with the chili powder. When the onions are limp, add
 the beef, and brown, breaking up with a spoon. (Drain
 if you like). Add puree, paste, chili powder if you
 didn't brown it, beans, and 16 oz. water. And salt &
 pepper if you like it. Cover and simmer over low heat
 for 2 hrs., stirring occasionally.
  Add more water if it gets too thick. Good served over
 mashed potatoes. You may need more water, depending on
 the cooking temperature. And you can adjust the amount
 of chili powder to taste. And you can add spices of
 your choice. This is an easy dish for camping.



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