Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 c. red chili beans or 1 can kidney beans
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 green pepper, chopped
  • 1 lb. ground beef
  • 3 Tbsp. fat
  • 2 cans tomatoes
  • 1 to 2 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 1 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 3 whole cloves
  • 1 bay leaf
  • dash of paprika
  • dash of cayenne pepper
  • 1/4 c. dry sherry

Method

  • Soak dry chili beans overnight. Cook in boiling, salted water until tender. Drain.
  • Brown onion, green pepper and meat in hot fat. Add tomatoes, seasonings and dry sherry.
  • Simmer 2 hours. Add water, if necessary. Add beans and heat thoroughly. Freezes well. Serves 6.