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California Pepper Chili
 
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Prep Time: 10 Minutes
Cook Time: 0 Minutes
Ready In: 10 Minutes
Servings: 10
In my opinion, this is the world's best chili. It features three meats in a peppery eye-opening broth. and I make something from my magazines almost every day. —Robyn Thompson Los Angeles, California.
Ingredients:
1/2 pound bacon, diced
2-1/2 pounds beef stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
1-1/2 pounds pork stew meat, cut into 3/4-inch cubes
2 medium onions, chopped
6 to 8 garlic cloves, minced
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped seeded fresh serrano chili peppers
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped seeded fresh poblano chili peppers
1 to 2 tablespoons chopped seeded fresh jalapeno peppers
2 to 3 teaspoons cayenne pepper
1-1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 can (15 ounces) tomato puree
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
7 plum tomatoes, chopped
shredded cheddar cheese, optional
Directions:
1. In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until crisp. Using a slotted spoon, remove to paper towels; drain, reserving 3 tablespoons drippings.
2. In the drippings, cook the beef, pork and onions until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the garlic, peppers and seasonings; cook and stir for 1-2 minutes.
3. Stir in the tomato puree, broth and tomatoes. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 to 1-1/2 hours or until meat is tender. Garnish with reserved bacon and cheese if desired. Yield: 10 servings (2-1/2 quarts).
By RecipeOfHealth.com