Instructions: 1. Melt the butter in a large heavy pot over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until it is translucent.

2. Combine the meat with the ground chile, cumin, garlic, and pepper. 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.

3. Stir in the remainig ingredients. Bring to a boil, then lower the heat and simmer, uncovered, for at least 4 hours but as many as 8 if possible. Stir occasionally. Taste and adjust seasonings.

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