Glens chile

4 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
3poundsCoarsely ground beef chuck
1cupChopped red chile
3tablespoonsChile powder
½teaspoonOregano
1Pepper to taste
12ouncesTomato paste
3Medium onions, chopped
2Garlic cloves, minced
1tablespoonSalt
¼teaspoonCumin seed
1quartWater
32ouncesCanned kidney beans

Directions

Brown meat in large, heavy iorn skillet. Add onions, red pepper and garlic;saute until onions are limp. Stir in chile powder, salt, oregano, cumin and pepper to taste. Add water and tomato paste; simmer 1½ hour or longer. Add beans and simmer 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. When correct, cool and store at least 24 hours before serving.