Sangre de Cristo Chili

Makes 6 servings
Prep Time: 15 min
Cooking Time: 1 hr + 30 min

Ingredients:

• 4     Tablespoon olive oil
• 2     cloves garlic, minced
• 2     onions, chopped
• 2     pound round steak, cut into small cubes
• 4     Tablespoon chili powder
• 1     teaspoon oregano
• 1/2  teaspoon cumin
• 1/2  teaspoon salt
• 10   dried New Mexico chilies, boiled, seeded, and skinned
• 2     cup beef broth
• 2     can pinto beans, drained
• 1     cup grated Longhorn-style cheddar cheese

Directions:

1. In a large heavy skillet, sauté onions and garlic in the olive oil. Add beef and brown.
2. Add chili powder, oregano, cumin, salt, chiles, and beef broth. Cover and simmer 1 hour, or until beef is tender.
3. Chili should thicken and if it becomes to dry, add water. Add pinto beans and cook covered for an additional 30 minutes.
4. Serve in bowl with the grated Longhorn as a topping.

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