Pedernales River Chili

Main
Apparently a favorite of Lyndon B. Johnson.
Author

Gran

Serves: 8
Prep time: 10 minutes
Cook time: 1½ hours

Main

Apparently a favorite of Lyndon B. Johnson.

Ingredients

  • 4 lbs ground beef (chuck)
  • 1 large onion (chopped)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 tsp oregano
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 6 tsp chili powder (more if needed)
  • 2 cans whole tomatoes
  • salt to taste
  • 2 cups hot water

Instructions

  1. Put the meat, onion, and garlic in a large, heavy boiler or skillet.
  2. Sear until lightly colored.
  3. Add oregano, cumin, chili powder, tomatoes, salt to taste, and hot water.
  4. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer for 1 hour.
  5. As fat renders, skim with a ladle.
  6. Serve with a side of cornbread.