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John's Improved World Famous Chili Recipe

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Category:
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Ingredients:  
Ingredients:  
1 1/2 lb hamburger
1 onion, chopped
6 cans red beans (with half of liquid)
4 bay leaves
1 clove garlic, crushed
1/2 tsp. salt
1 tsp. black pepper
2 tsp. cayenne pepper
1/8 cup chili powder
2 (16 oz.) cans diced tomatoes
3 oz. tomato paste
1 jalapeņo pepper (optional)
Directions:
Directions:
Brown hamburger and onion in skillet. Pour off excess grease. Combine all ingredients in large pot. Cover; simmer for several hours. (Do not bring to hard boil.) Stir occasionally
Number Of Servings:
Number Of Servings:
lots
Preparation Time:
Preparation Time:
several hours
Personal Notes:
Personal Notes:
This is best the second day. It freezes well.

 

 

 

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