Ingredients

  • 1 1/2 lbs ground beef
  • 2 medium onions
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 (6 ounce) can Italian-style tomato paste
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 beef bouillon cube
  • 1 (40 ounce) can dark red kidney beans
  • 1/2 whole green bell pepper, diced
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 teaspoons salt
  • 2 teaspoons oregano
  • 2 teaspoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon coriander
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
  • 1 bay leaf
  • 3 tablespoons flour
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • 3 tablespoons tequila (optional)

Method

  • Combine the ground beef and onions in a kettle until meat is brown.
  • Drain fat.
  • Then add the remaining ingredients, except for the flour and 1/2 cup of water.
  • Stir to blend.
  • Cover and simmer for 11/2 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • When done, mix the 3 tbsp of flour with the 1/2 cup of cold water into the chili, mixing well until desired thickness.
  • Remove bay leaf and enjoy.