A Dirt Simple, Plain, But Tried and True Texas Chili Recipe
| Yield: | 1 Servings |
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| 2 | lb | Beef; preferably a chuck or round, about, (don't use a fancy cut!) (up to 3) |
| 1/2 | lb | The best double-smoked bacon you can find |
| 2 | lg | Onions; chopped |
| 1 | tb | Ground cumin; (or more to taste) |
| 1 | tb | Good quality chili powder; (I use Santa Cruz hot, but adjust this for taste) (up to 2) |
| 1 | tb | Paprika; (optional, for color and less heat) (up to 2) |
| 2 | Cloves garlic; (optional) (up to 4) | |
| Water | ||
| Salt and pepper to taste |
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