Pedernales River Chili - cooking recipe

Ingredients

4 lb. ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 cloves garlic, minced
1 tsp. ground oregano
1 tsp. cumin seed
6 tsp. chili powder
2 cans tomatoes
2 c. hot water
salt to taste

Preparation

Sear meat, onions and garlic in large, heavy skillet until lightly browned.
Add seasonings, tomatoes and hot water.
Bring to a boil.
Lower heat and simmer about 1 hour.
As chili cooks, skim off fat.