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                         Chunky Black-Bean Chili

Recipe By     : Modified from "Mexican Black-Bean Chili"  Ckg Lt Apr 97
Serving Size  : 10   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : None

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   1      cup           onion -- diced
   1      cup           green pepper -- diced
 600      gram          ground chuck
   1 2/3  cups          beef broth -- no-salt
   2      tablespoons   chili powder
     1/2  teaspoon      cumin
   1      teaspoon      oregano
     1/2  teaspoon      salt
     1/4  teaspoon      pepper
     1/4  teaspoon      cayenne
   3      cloves        garlic -- crushed
  28      ounces        canned diced tomatoes -- no-salt undrained
  38      ounces        canned black beans -- drained

In large pot over med-high, cook first 3 ingredients until browned, stirring to
 crumble.  Drain if necessary, and return to pot.  Add broth and next 9 ingredi
ents (broth through beans), and bring to boil.  Reduce heat and simmer 20 mins 
or until slightly thick, stirring occasionally.

Adjust chili powder to taste.  Serve with sour cream and/or crusty bread.



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