Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lb. beef (coarsely ground for chili)
  • 1 medium sized Spanish onion, chopped
  • 2 large cloves garlic, minced or crushed with garlic crusher
  • 1 (28 oz.) can tomatoes, cut up if whole (or use chopped variety)
  • 2 beef bouillon cubes
  • 1 can red kidney beans, rinsed and drained
  • 1 can black beans, rinsed and drained
  • 2 Tbsp. chili powder
  • 2 tsp. cumin
  • 1 tsp. cilantro
  • 1/2 tsp. black pepper
  • 1/2 tsp. salt
  • 1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper
  • dash or two Tabasco
  • 1/4 c. Iguana Tom's ultimate salsa

Method

  • Brown ground beef and onion in a large Dutch oven.
  • Drain off any fat.
  • Reduce heat and stir in garlic, tomatoes, bouillon, spices and salsa.
  • Do not add beans.
  • Cover and simmer over low heat for at least one hour.
  • Taste and adjust seasonings.
  • Add drained beans and continue to simmer about 1/2 hour.
  • Serve with corn bread or tortilla chips.