1 tb Olive oil
1 lb Beef,very lean,coarse grind
1 lb Pork,very lean,coarse grind
3 Onions,large,finely chopped
1 Bell pepper(s)
2 Celery stalks,finely chopped
1 tb Garlic,finely chopped
1 tb Oregano,dried,pref. Mexican
2 Bay leaves
2 ts Cumin,ground
3 c Tomatoes with tomato paste
1 c Beef broth
1 c Water
Salt Pepper,ground,fresh 1/2 ts Chile caribe
2 tb Red chile,ground,mild-hot
2 c Kidney beans,cooked,drained
1. If possible, have the beef and pork ground together, or else mix meats
together in a bowl.~ 2. Heat the oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add the meat to the pot. Break up any lumps with a fork and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly browned.~ 3. Add the onions, green pepper, celery, garlic, oregano, bay leaves, and cumin. Mix well.~ 4. Add the tomatoes, broth, water, salt, pepper, caribe, and ground chile. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 20 minutes. Stir often.~ 5. Add the beans and simmer for 10 minutes longer. Taste and adjust seasonings.~