Grandmommy Suzies Chili Con Carne Recipe

• 3 tbsp. extra virgin olive oil
• 1 lg. onion, chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, chopped
• 1 pound minced beef
• 3 c. water
• 1 1/3 c. canned tomatoes
• 1 green pepper, chopped
• 1/2 teaspoon celery seed
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne
• 1 teaspoon cumin seed, crushed
• 1 sm. bay leaf
• 2 tbsp. chili pwdr
• 1/8 teaspoon basil
• 1/2 teaspoon salt

1. Heat the oil in a skillet, add in the onion and garlic and saute/fry' till golden.
2. Add in the meat and brown.
3. Transfer the meat mix to a large saucepan and add in the remaining ingredients.
4. Bring to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, uncovered till the sauce is as thick as desired, or possibly about three hrs.
5. If you like, add in one can of kidney beans (liquid removed) just before serving.
6. Serve with crusty bread and a salad.

extra virgin olive oil, onion, garlic, beef, water, tomatoes, green pepper, celery, cayenne, cumin, bay leaf, chili pwdr, basil, salt

Taken from cookeatshare.com/recipes/grandmommy-suzies-chili-con-carne-20480 (may not work)