3 lbs. of lean stewing beef 4 chorizo sausages removed from skins (optional). If using, brown with stewing beef before adding other ingredients. 2 medium onion finely chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic 8 tablespoons of oil 1 15 oz. can of tomato sauce 1/2 cup chili powder 1 can of beef broth or consommé 1/2 cup red wine 1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 tablespoon salt 1 tablespoon vinegar 1 teaspoon oregano 1 teaspoon pepper 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce 1/4 cup brown sugar 2 cups diced tomatoes
2 stalks finely chopped celery 1 small bell pepper finely chopped 1 large carrot finely chopped 2 teaspoons liquid smoke 2 oz. of chocolate (Mexican preferred). 1 large can of black or kidney
beans may also be added if you prefer. Drain and rinse beans before adding to pot.
Directions:
Brown meat in oil. Add rest of ingredients and mix. Bring to a boil then simmer for 2 hours until meat is tender. Serve in deep bowls with a drizzle of sour
cream on top accompanied with fresh white bread or corn bread.