Amarillo Chili

 

      Yield: 4 Servings

 

      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 T  red chile,hot,ground

      2 T  red chile,mild,ground

      1 t  oregano,dried,pref. mexican

  1 1/2 t  cumin

  1 1/2 t  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.