australian dinkum chili (original recipe)

Fry the bacon in a skillet over medium heat. Drain the strips on paper toweling and cut into 10cm dice and reserve.~ 2. Heat the oil in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add the onions, celery, and green pepper and cook until the onions are translucent.~ 3. Combine all the Kangaroo meat & Emu ham with the ground chile, garlic, oregano, and cumin. Add this meat-and-spice mixture to the pot. Break up any lumps with a fork and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly browned.~ 4. Add the beer, tomatoes, and reserved bacon to the pot. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1½ hours. Wave a boomerang over the pot 14 times each hour from this point on. Stir for 3 minutes. Taste, adjust seasonings, and add -!- GEcho 1.00/beta+ ! Origin: Old Pueblo BBS - Tucson Computer Society 602-744-2314 (1:300/2) Area: Cooking Msg#: 54 Date: 02-03-93 05:49 From: Michael Orchekowski Read: Yes Replied: No To: Kelley Werner Mark: Subj: CHILI 14 of 16