Terlingua Red Chili

• bacon fat↗4 tablespoons
• ground beef↗3 lbs

  coarse grind

• black pepper↗1 tablespoon
• chicken broth↗3 cups
• beef broth↗2 cups
• dried chili salsa2 pints
• smoked paprika↗1⁄4 cup
• hot chili powder↗5 tablespoons
• granulated garlic powder4 tablespoons
• cayenne powder↗2 tablespoons
• cumin↗1 tablespoon

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Dried Chili Salsa is Recipe #408273.

2. 2

   In a dutch oven over medium high heat melt bacon fat.

3. 3

   Brown beef with black pepper. We like to chop the beef so it is a fine mince, not chunky-that part is up to you.

4. 4

   Drain off most of the fat, leaving about 1/4 cup.

5. 5

   Add chicken broth.

6. 6

   Bring to a boil.

7. 7

   Reduce heat to medium low and cook until liquid has reduced to 1 inch.

8. 8

   Add beef broth, salsa and remaining spices.

9. 9

   Cook to desired thickness.

10. 10

    Serve with warm corn tortillas and shredded sharp cheddar cheese.