*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                           Trail Blazers Chili

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Main Dish                        Chili

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1 1/2  pounds        Ground round
   1 1/2  cups          Stewed tomatoes
   1                    Large onion chopped
   2                    Garlic cloves
   2      tablespoons   Oil
   4      tablespoons   Flour
   1      can           Ranch style beans -- optional
   3      tablespoons   Chili powder
     1/4  teaspoon      Cayenne
     3/4  teaspoon      Oregano
   1      teaspoon      Cumin
   1      teaspoon      Salt

Soften onions and garlic in oil.  Add meat and brown.
Mix all spices and flour in small bowl and add to meat mixture. Stir and cook until spices are absorbed. Add tomatoes and 1 cup water. Bring to boil and simmer for at least 1 hour.  Add beans last 10 minutes. If oil floats on top, slowly add more flour until it disappears. Add more chili powder if desired.

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