Instructions: Brown meat in large, heavy iorn skillet. Add onions, red pepper and garlic;saute until onions are limp. Stir in chile powder, salt, oregano, cumin and pepper to taste. Add water and tomato paste; simmer 1 1/2 hour or longer. Add beans and simmer 30 minutes. Taste and adjust seasonings. When correct, cool and store at least 24 hours before serving.

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