Billerica haystacks (with chocolate)

1 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1Onion -- chopped
1Bell pepper -- chopped
3tablespoonsVegetable oil
2To 3 Cloves garlic -- minced
1poundsGround beef chuck
1poundsGround pork
3tablespoonsTo 4 Chili powder
1tablespoonGround cumin
1can28 oz tomatoes, chopped, with juice
1Bag Fritos
Chopped mild onion
Chopped green, red or yellow ell pepper
Chopped ripe tomato
Chopped cabbage or lettuce
1cupCanned beef broth
1Bay leaf
¾teaspoonCayenne
1teaspoonTabasco
½teaspoonOregano
½teaspoonSalt
¼teaspoonFreshly ground pepper
1ounceGrated semi-sweet chocolate
pinchCinnamon
Chopped canned jalapenos
Scallions
Grated sharp cheddar cheese
Sliced black or green lives
Sour cream

Directions

HAYSTACKS

In a kettle cook the onion and bell pepper until softened, about 4 minutes. Add the garlic and cook another minute. In a large skillet brown the meat over high heat and transfer when done to the kettle.

Add chili powder and cumin and cook the mixture, stirring, for about a minute. Add tomatoes, broth, bay leaf, cayenne, Tabasco, oregano, salt and pepper and bring to a boil. Lower heat and allow to simmer slowly for 2 hours. Or, put chili into slow cooker for several hours.

Stir in the chocolate and cinnamon and adjust seasonings. Place bowls of each of the above accompaniments on the table so diners can prepare their own Haystacks. A layer of Fritos is placed on the plate or bowl first; then some chili, and whichever accompaniments appeal to the diner. May be topped with sour cream.

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From: Marjorie Scofield Date: 10-19-95 (00:36) (160) Fido: Recipes