* Exported from MasterCook * Midwest Chili Recipe By : Serving Size : 12 Preparation Time :0:00 Categories : Chili Amount Measure Ingredient -- Preparation Method -------- ------------ -------------------------------- 3 lb Beef chuck -- coarse grind 3 tb Cumin 2 lb Beef chuck -- fine grind 3 ts Salt 2 Onions -- chopped 3 c Water 5 cl Garlic -- minced 30 oz Tomato sauce 1 tb Hot red chile -- ground 56 oz Whole tomatoes 5 tb Mild red chile -- ground 32 oz Pinto beans Add the meat, onions, and garlic to a heavy 5 qt pot or Dutch oven. Break up any lumps with a fork and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly browned. Stir in the ground chile, cumin, and salt, thoroughly blending the mixture. Add the water, tomato sauce, and tomatoes, mashing them with a fork. Bring the mixture to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 1-1/2 hours. Stir occasionally. Taste and adjust seasonings. Stir in the beans and simmer, uncovered, 1/2 hour longer. Busted by Christopher E. Eaves - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - - -