Famous Chili
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If you like chili and you like it hot, like we do, this is a must recipe for you!
INGREDIENTS
4 to 5 pounds ground chuck
1/2 cup olive oil
3 cups onions, chopped
3 cups bell peppers, chopped
3 tablespoons garlic, minced
5 large bay leaves
1-1/2 teaspoons oregano
1 large bottle chili powder
2 tablespoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground cayenne pepper
3 tablespoons paprika
3 tablespoons flour
3 quarts beef broth
6 cups pinto beansBrown the beef in olive oil. Add onions, bell peppers and garlic. Simmer ten minutes. Add bayleaves (will prevent heartburn), oregano, chili powder, ground cumin (more if you like), cayenne pepper, paprika, and flour. Cover and simmer 5 minutes.
Add beef broth (diluted) and pinto beans. Cover and cook 2 hours (stir and taste frequently, adjusting as needed).