*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                             This...is Chili

Recipe By     : TJ Hill - Appetites Catered
Serving Size  : 16   Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Mexican                          Entree

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
--------  ------------  --------------------------------
   2      tb            Shortening or lard
   5      c             Onion -- minced
   2      tb            Garlic -- minced
   2      lb            Ground round
   2      lb            Lean ground pork
  70      oz            Canned tomatoes
  24      oz            Tomato paste
   1      ts            Dried oregano
   1      ts            Ground cumin
   1                    Bay leaf
   3      c             Pinto beans -- cooked
   2      c             Cheddar or jack cheese -- grated
   4      c             Scallions -- bias sliced

Heat lard in a skillet, over a medium flame. Add the onions and
garlic. Heat and stir for 4-5 minutes, until softened, without
browning. Add the beef and pork, heat and stir until all redness
disappears. Add the tomatoes, tomato paste, oregano, cumin, bay leaf,
and beans. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, cover, and simmer for
2 hours. Remove cover and simmer for another 1 to 2 hours to the
desired consistency. Remove from heat. Serve hot, garnished with
grated cheese and scallions.


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