Texas Red

Directions

Fry suet in a large heavy kettle until crisp.

Then add beef, about 1 pound at a time, and brown, stiring as it cooks.

Remove each pound after browning.

When all meat is browned, return it to kettle and add seasonings and beef stock or broth.

Cover and simmer 1½ to 2 hours.

Skim off fat.

Combine masa harina or corn meal with cold water and stir thoroughly into chili.

Simmer 30 minutes.

Makes about 3 ¾ quarts.