Shadows Chili Con Carne

Step 1: Cut the meat into cubes about 1/2 inch square or use ground meat.

Step 2: Melt the suet or bacon grease in a large pot or pan with a cover.

Step 3: Put the chopped onion and garlic in the pot and brown.

Step 4: Mix the chilli powder and flour with enough cold water to form a thin paste

Step 5: Mix with the onion and garlic after they are browned. Stir until smooth.

Step 6: Add meats to pan along with 4 tbls water or beer.

Step 7: Cover and steam for 5 minutes.

Step 8: Now add the other herbs, spices and tomatoes.

Step 9: Cook slowly for 3 to 6 hours

Step 10: Add liquid as needed to just keep from burning but add as little as possible.

Step 11: When cooked serve in a bowl over beans prepared as follows: Pick over the beans** and discard any bad ones. Soak the beans in water over night or quick soak by covering the beans with water and bringing to a boil. Boil 1 minute, cover and let sit for 1 hour. Drain off the water and cover with fresh water. Add 1 tsp. of baking soda.

Step 12: Add salt pork or bacon and oregano. Simmer over medium heat for 3 to 4 hours or until tender.

Step 13: Add water as water boils away.

Step 14: Drain and serve the chilli over the beans.

Step 15: **I prefer pinto beans in this recipe.