Original Dallas Jail House Chili

Original Dallas Jail House Chili No. 3523 Yields 4 Servings

2 Cups Beef Suet 1 1/2 tsp Dried Sweet Red Chile

4 Lb Coarsely Ground Beef Pods, Ground

3 Cloves Garlic, Crushed 3 Cups Water

1 1/2 Tbls Paprika 8 oz Canned Beef Broth

3 tsp Gebhardts Chile Powder 4 oz Canned Tomato Paste

1 tsp Cumin Seeds - Masa Harina

1 tsp Salt

1 tsp White Pepper, Ground

Melt the suet in a large, heavy skillet or kettle. Add the ground beef, chopped garlic and seasonings. Cover. Cook over very low heat, stirring occasionally, for 4 hours. Add the water, broth and tomato paste. Continue cooking until the stew thickens slightly (about 1 hour). Add masa harina as needed to thicken the chili as desired.