3 lb Coarsely ground beef chuck
1 c Chopped red chile
3 T Chile powder
1/2 t Oregano
1 Pepper to taste
12 oz Tomato paste
3 Medium onions, chopped
2 Garlic cloves, minced
1 T Salt
1/4 t Cumin seed
1 qt Water
32 oz Canned kidney beans
Brown meat in large, heavy iorn skillet. Add onions, red pepper and garlic;saute until onions are limp. Stir in chile powder, salt, oregano, cumin and pepper to taste. Add water and tomato paste; simmer 1 1/2 hour or longer. Add beans and simmer 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. When correct, cool and
store at least 24 hours before serving.