Recipe: Chili H Allen Smith

Title: Chili H. Allen Smith
Categories: Chili
Servings: 8

2 T Butter
4 lb Beef sirloin,coarse grind
6 oz Tomato paste
4 c Water
3 Onions
1 Bell pepper(s)
4 Garlic cloves
3 T Red chile,hot,ground
1 T Oregano,dried,pref. Mexican
1/2 t Basil
1 T Cumin
1 Salt
1 Pepper

1. Heat the oil or butter (or a blend of the two) in a heavy 4-quart pot
over medium heat. Add the meat to the pot. Break up any lumps with a fork
and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly browned.~ 2. Stir
in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer,
uncovered, for 2 to 3 hours. Stir occasionally and add more water if
necessary. Taste and adjust seasoning.~