(Pronounced Pur-DIN-alice; the recipe of Pres. Lyndon B. Johnson)
4 lbs. chili-grind lean beef
1 large chopped onion
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 teaspoon oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
6 teaspoons chili powder
2 (16 ounces) cans tomatoes
salt to taste
2 cups hot water
Brown meat with onion and garlic until meat is gray. Add rest of ingredients. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer for an hour with the cover on the skillet or pot. Skim off grease.
Serves 12.