posted by CADeb 12-17-102 5:36 PM
Bon Appetit's 12/79 R.S.V.P. section
Chili’s Chili
Makes 2 quarts
2 lbs. ground sirloin
1 onion, finely chopped
1 garlic clove, minced
1 (8-oz) can tomato sauce
1 cup tomato soup (optional)
1 cup water
3 Tbs. chili powder
1 Tbs. salt
1 Tbs. paprika
1/2 tsp. freshly ground pepper
1/4 tsp. cumin
1/4 tsp. cayenne
1/4 to 1/3 cup masa flour mixed with about 1/2 cup water
Saute meat in large saucepan. Add onion and garlic and cook until onion is soft. Stir in remaining ingredients except flour, cover and simmer 1 hour. Remove lid and simmer until excess moisture evaporates (don't let it get too dry). Add flour and cook until thickened, 5 to 10 minutes.