HOT DOGEY CHILI (SALLYE)

Steps:

• Sear meat, onions and garlic in heavy dutch oven or stewpot over medium high heat.... Add tomato sauce and tomatoes and water to 2" over top of meat mixture.... Stir with wooden spoon until well mixed...l Add all other ingredients except masa(or cornmeal) Stir well
• Turn heat down to simmer..... Add more water if needed so that meat mixture is covered with 2 inches of water... Simmer between 45 minutes to 1-1/2 hour, stirring regularly.... Add water if needed to keep at least 1-1/2" of sauce over meat mixture
• About 15 minutes before done, mix masa or cornmeal with warm water to make a paste.... Stir into chili to thicken and continue to simmer for 15 more minutes
• Note: Check and stir often, adding water as needed Note: If desired, add a can of Ranch style beans or kidney beans during the last 15 minutes Good served with plain or mexican cornbread muffins You may also sprinkle grated cheese and chopped green onions on top