Chili Guy

Name: Chili Guy
Yield: serves 4 to 6. serving size: 1 cup of chili over 1/2 cup of rice.
Ingredients: 1 medium onion, chopped; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 1/4 cup canola oil or other vegetable oil; 1 pound coarse ground round; 1/3 pound ground pork; 1/2 teaspoon dried oregano; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon dried sage; 1/4 teaspoon ground cardamom; 2 tablespoons chili powder; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/8 teaspoon black pepper; 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper; One 6-ounce can whole tomatoes, chopped into medium pieces; Half an 8-ounce can tomato paste; 2 cups beef stock or water; 3 teaspoons cornmeal; One 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed (optional); Steamed rice (optional)

December 9, 2011

Cooks' Note

This recipe would be sufficient for 4 to 6 hearty diners. It also serves a party very well. If your party is larger, double or triple the recipe as needed. If you have leftovers, let them cool, place in zippered bags, and freeze to be used at a later date (with a hot dog!).

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