You don't have to be from
Texas to enjoy this cumin-scented stew loaded with tomatoes and
pork.
Pork Chili
- 1 1/4 pounds ground pork
1 1/2 cups chopped onions
1 cup green bell pepper
1 1/2 tablespoons minced garlic
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon crushed dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1 bay leaf
2 (14.5-ounce) cans diced tomatoes
- Brown pork in a large
non-stick skillet; drain fat and discard. Add onion, green pepper
and garlic; sauté until vegetables are soft, 5 to 7 minutes.
Stir in chili powder, vinegar, cumin, oregano, black pepper,
red pepper and bay leaf; mix well. Add tomatoes; bring to a boil,
reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Remove bay leaf before
serving.
Makes 8 servings.
Cooking Tip: After browning
meat, try putting all ingredients in a crockpot for slow-cooking.