Jailhouse Chili

Author

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Recipe

Measurements	Ingredients
3 pounds	Diced Lean Beef
1/4 cup	Wesson Oil
1 quart	Water
8	Chili Pods or 6 tbsp Chili Powder
3 teaspoons	Salt
5 cloves	Garlic, finely chopped
1 teaspoon	Ground Cumin
1 teaspoon	Marjoram
1 teaspoon	Red Pepper
1 tablespoon	White Sugar
3 tablespoons	Paprika
For Thickening:
3 tablespoons	Flour
6 tablespoons	White Corn Meal
1 cup	Water

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Instructions

1. In a large pot, heat the oil over high heat.
2. Add the diced meat and sear, stirring constantly, until the meat is gray but not yet browned.
3. Add 1 quart of water, cover the pot, and cook over low heat for 1.5 to 2 hours.
4. Add all the remaining ingredients (chili pods/powder, salt, garlic, cumin, marjoram, red pepper, sugar, paprika).
5. In a separate bowl, prepare the thickener by whisking the flour, corn meal, and 1 cup of water together until smooth.
6. If the meat is particularly fatty, skim the excess fat from the chili before proceeding.
7. Stir the thickening mixture into the chili.
8. Cook for 5 more minutes, stirring as needed to prevent sticking. More water may be added if the chili becomes too thick.

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