Wild West Chili

Description
Purchased from Rodgers Estate in Greenville, Texas in 1994. Dated 1956.

Ingredients

 * 2 bacon strips, diced
 * 1 pound ground beef or venison
 * 2 teaspoons chili powder
 * 1-1/2 teaspoons salt
 * 1/4-teaspoon garlic salt
 * 1/4 teaspoons dried oregano
 * 1/8 teaspoons cayenne pepper
 * 5 drops hot pepper sauce
 * 14-1/2 ounce can diced tomatoes undrained
 * 1 cup each finely chopped celery, onion and carrots
 * 1/2 cups finely chopped green pepper
 * 16 ounces can chili beans, undrained

Directions

 * 1) In a large saucepan over medium heat, brown bacon and the beet or venison; drain.
 * 2) Add the seasonings; cook and stir for 5 minutes.
 * 3) Stir in tomatoes, celery, onion, carrots and green pepper; bring to a boil.
 * 4) Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 40 minutes.
 * 5) Stir in beans and cook 30 minutes longer.

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