PEDERNALES RIVER CHILI
(Pronounced Pur-DIN-alice; the recipe of Pres. Lyndon B. Johnson)

• 4 lbs. chili-grind lean beef
• 1 large chopped onion
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tsp. oregano
• 1 tsp. ground cumin
• 6 tsp. chili powder
• 2 (16 oz.) cans tomatoes
• salt to taste
• 2 cups hot water

Brown meat with onion and garlic until meat is gray. Add rest of ingredients. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer for an hour with the cover on the skillet or pot. Skim off grease. Serves 12.

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