*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                                Diet Chili

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Serving Size  : 8    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Chili

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1      tablespoon    Oil -- vegetable
   2                    Onions -- finely chopped
   2      pounds        Beef -- coarse grind
   2      tablespoons   Red chile,hot -- ground
   3      tablespoons   Red chile,mild -- ground
   1                    Garlic clove
   1      teaspoon      Oregano,dried -- pref. Mexican
   1 1/2  teaspoons     Cumin
     1/2  teaspoon      Salt
   5                    Tomatoes -- coarsely chopped
  12      ounces        Green chiles -- whole

1. Heat the oil in a medium-sized heavy saucepan over medium heat. Add the onions and cook until they are translucent.~ 2. Combine the meat with the ground chile, garlic, oregano, cumin, and salt. Add this meat-and-spice mixture to the pan. Break up any lumps with a fork and cook, stirring occasionally, about 15 minutes until the meat is evenly browned.~ 3. Add the tomatoes and green chiles with their liquid. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour. Stir occasionally, adding water if necessary.
Taste and adjust seasonings.~ 4. Allow to cool, then refrigerate. When fat has risen and congealed, skim it off, than reheat chili.~

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