Rock Creek Chili
2 pounds chili-ground beef chuck (or regular ground beef)
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano (preferably Mexican oregano)
3 tablespoons chili powder (or more, to taste)
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 teaspoons salt or to taste
5 or 6 generous dashes hot pepper sauce
2 cups hot water
1 14 1/2-ounce can diced tomatoes
1 15-ounce can red kidney beans
Place the ground beef in a Dutch oven and brown well. Add onion and garlic and cook until onion is soft, about 3 or 4 minutes.
Add the oregano, chili powder, cumin, salt and hot sauce. Add the water and tomatoes and bring to a boil. Reduce the heat to a simmer; cover and cook for 45 minutes. Add the beans, with liquid, and cook uncovered for 15 minutes. Makes 6 servings.
*You may also want to try Glen's Place Chili.
Glen's Place
