Title: West of the Pecos Chili
Categories: Chili
Yield: 6 Servings

NEW MEXICO COOKING
3	tb	Vegetable oil
6	lb	Lean beef; cut in 1" cubes
1/2	c	Chili powder
2	ts	Salt
2	tb	Ground oregano
1	tb	Cayenne pepper
4	cl	Garlic
8	c	Beff stock or broth
1/2	c	Masa harina or cornmeal
1/2	c	-Water, cold

Heat oil in a lg. dutch oven or heavy pot over med. heat. Add beef, about 1-lb. at a time, and brown, stirring constantly. Remove each pound as it browns. Return browned meat to pot. Add seasonings and beef stock or broth. Cover and simmer 1.1/2 to 2 hrs. Skim off excess fat. Combine masa harina with cold water and stir into chili. Simmer an additional 30 mins.

Author - Clyde Casey

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