INGREDIENTS

1. 1/2lbpinto beans
2. 5cupscanned tomatoes
3. 1lbgreen bell peppers, chpd.
4. 1 1/2tablespoonssalad oil
5. 1 1/2lbsonions, chpd.
6. 2clovesgarlic, crushed
7. 1/2cupparsley, chpd.
8. 1/2cupbutter
9. 2 1/2lbsground beef, coarsely ground
10. 1lbground lean pork
11. 1/3cupchili powder
12. 2tablespoonssalt
13. 1 1/2teaspoonspepper
14. 1 1/2teaspoonscumin seeds
15. 1 1/2teaspoonsAccent seasoning

DIRECTIONS

1. Soak washed beans overnight in water.
2. Simmer covered in same water until tender.
3. Add tomatoes and simmer 5 minutes.
4. Saute green bell pepper in oil 5 minutes.
5. Add onion and cook until tender, stirring.
6. Add garlic and parsley.
7. Melt butter and saute meat 15 minutes.
8. Add meat to onion mixture.
9. Stir in chili powder and cook 10 more minutes.
10. Add to beans and add spices.
11. Simmer, covered, for 1 hour.
12. Cook uncovered for 30 minutes.
13. Skim fat from top.