Chernobyl Chili

Directions

In a large microwave container, brown meat, onions, gren pepper, and garlic for 15 minutes on full power.

Drain off and reserve a cup of two of liquid.

Break up any remaining large chunks of meat.

Add remaining ingredients except tomato paste and cook on full power for 30 minutes covered.

Stir and taste.

Cook for 1 hour at 70% power, uncovered.

Stir and taste at half hour intervals.

Add water as necessary.

Add tomato paste and reseved meat liquid.

Cook 30 minutes at 60% power, uncovered.

Stir and taste.

The chili is done and can be served directly or decanted into a crockpot to simmer.

Serve with shredded ched dar cheese, tabasco sauce, diced onions.