Title: Rich Chili
Categories: Chili Soup
Yield: 4 Servings

1	lb	Coarsely ground very lean
		Beef
2	lg	Onions chopped coarsely
1		Or 2 bay leaves
		Herbs (whatever you like....
		I use a touch of basil,
		Margoram and rosemary)
2	lg	Cans crushed tomatoes
2		Herb-Ox Beef cubes
1	lg	(2 pound) can pork and beans
		(no special brand- store
		Brand is fine)
1	lg	(2 pound) can red kidney
		Beans (again store brand is
		Ok)
		Salt and pepper to taste
		Chili powder or crushed
		Chiles to taste
		Brown meat, onions and
		Garlic slightly in bottom of
		Large pot
		(a soup pot (16 qt or
		Better) is good as it allows
		You to simmer
		The chili for a while to
		Develop the taste).

Add bay leaves, herbs, Chili powder, beef cubes and tomatoes. Simmer 5 - 10 min. Add beans with the juice they are packed in. Simmer 20 - 30 min, then add chiles and adjust seasoning.

Simmer at least 30 min more and taste. You can serve it now or let sit on VERY low heat up to 30 min more. Tastes great the first day and if there is any left it is still good the next day. I usually make 5 gallons and freeze it in quart containers. :) have fun and make changes....only you know what warms your tummy

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