Texas Jail Chili (Circa 1950)

6 Servings

1/2 lb beef suet, Ground
2 lb beef, Coarse Ground
3 garlic cloves, Minced
1 1/2 T paprika
3 T chili powder
1 T cumin seeds
1 T salt
1 t white pepper
1 1/2 t ground sweet chile, Dried
1 pods
3 c water
Fry suet in a heavy kettle.
Add meat, finely diced garlic and seasonings; cover. Cook slowly for four hours, stirring occasionally.
Add the water and continue cooking until the chili has thickened slightly, about one hour. Serve plain or mixed with equal portion of cooked pink or red beans.