Ingredients

  • 3 pounds Lean Ground Beef ("Chili Grind" Works Well)
  • 1 whole Large White Onion, Chopped
  • 1 whole Large Red Onion, Chopped
  • 2 cans (28-oz. Each) Whole Tomatoes, Chopped And Drained
  • 1 can (16-oz.) Black Beans, Drained
  • 1 can (16-oz.) Red Kidney Beans, Drained
  • 1 can 12 Oz Tomato Paste
  • 2 cubes Beef Bouillon
  • 4 Tablespoons Worcestershire Sauce
  • 4 Tablespoons Chili Powder
  • 1 Tablespoon Roasted Cumin Seeds (secret Ingredient; Cumin Powder Also Works)
  • 1/2 cups Ketchup
  • 1/2 cups Dark Rum (optional, But Nice)
  • Oregano, to taste
  • Fresh Ground Pepper, to taste
  • Garlic Powder, To Taste

Method

  • Brown the beef in a skillet over medium heat, then once its browned really, really drain off all the grease.
  • Squeeze it with paper towels to get all of the grease out.
  • Combine all of the remaining ingredients and the beef into a very large crock-pot or in a large pot on the stovetop.
  • Simmer on low 4-6 hours.
  • Garnish with finely chopped onions, sour cream, guacamole and/or sharp cheddar cheese.
  • Please, no oyster crackers.
  • Optionally this can be served over a Nathans, Sabretts or Hebrew National hot dog.