The fat bandit's chili

8 Servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsLean ground beef
1Garlic clove; minced
1largeOnion; finely chopped
1mediumGreen pepper; finely chopped
4tablespoonsChili powder
1tablespoonCider vinegar
¼teaspoonAllspice
¼teaspoonCoriander
1teaspoonCumin
½teaspoonSalt
½cupWater
1can16-oz. red kidney beans with liquid
1can16-oz. crushed tomatoes (2 cups)
Tabasco; to taste

Directions

Cook beef, garlic, onion, and green pepper in a skillet over med-high heat, stirring frequently to break up meat. Cook until onion is soft and meat has lost its pink color. Add remaining ingredients, except Tabasco. Bring to boil. Cover and reduce heat. Add Tabasco. Simmer for 45 mins., stirring frequently.

For thicker sauce and fuller flavor, add mesa flour. For the best flavor, let simmer longer. Recipe can be doubled; freezes well.

Source: Ann Dunlap of Tampa, FL (TPA Trib, 2/24/94) :: MM by Sue Woodward