Texas Chili

5 lb. lean beef, cubed or coarsely ground

3 Tbsp sugar

1 Tbsp salt

3/4 cup olive oil

5 Tbsp flour

5 garlic cloves, minced

6 – 8 Tbsp ground chili

1 tsp pepper

1 tsp oregano

1 tsp cumin

Cooked beans or rice (optional)

Chopped onion (optional)

Combine 1 quart water, lean beef, sugar and salt; bring to boil, skim and reduce heat immediately to a simmer. Do not let boil again.

Heat olive oil in a skillet,  add flour, stir and cook for 2 minutes without browning. Add garlic, ground chili, pepper, oregano and cumin to oil; cook briefly and add entire mixture to meat. Simmer the meat for about 1 1/2 hours until tender.

Can be served with cooked beans or rice. Chopped onion may be added if desired.