McKeever Tribe Chili 

This is a fast chili recipe that tastes like it's been stewing all afternoon.

• 1/2 pound lean ground beef
• 1 small onion, chopped
• 1 tablespoon dried Mexican Oregano

• 1 (6 ounce) can of tomato paste
• 2 3/4 to 3 cups water
• 4 to 5 garlic cloves, minced
• 2 teaspoons New Mexico chili powder
• 1 teaspoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon fresh ground pepper
• 1 (26 ounce) can Ranch Style Beans

• shredded cheddar or jalapeno jack cheese
• your favorite corn chips or crackers

Using a large cooking pot over medium heat, brown beef. When beef is almost cooked, add onion and oregano then cook until meat is browned.

Add tomato paste & one cup of water, stir until smooth. Add remaining water, garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt & pepper, then stir until well blended. Stir in Ranch Style beans and bring to a simmer.  Cover with lid, lower heat, and simmer for 25 minutes.

Serve with cheese and chips or crackers.