*  Exported from  MasterCook  *

                     Make You Famous Lite Beef Chili

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Serving Size  : 6    Preparation Time :0:00
Categories    : Beef                             Chili

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1 1/2  Lb.           beef top sirloin steak
                        cut into 1/2-inch cubes
                        or ground chuck
   1      Cup           frozen corn
   2      Cans          beef broth -- (14.5 oz.)
   1 1/2  Cups          water
     1/2                red bell pepper -- chopped
   6                    corn tortillas -- cut in strips
     1/2                poblamo pepper -- chopped
   2      Tb            chili powder
   1                    celery stalk -- chopped
   2      Tsp.          ground cumin
   1                    carrot -- chopped
   1      Tsp.          dried oregano leaves
   2                    jalapeno peppers -- finely diced
   2                    garlic cloves -- minced
   1      Cup           jicama -- diced
   2      Cans          black beans -- (16oz.)  rinsed
   1      Tb            fresh cilantro -- chopped (1 to 2)
   3                    Roma tomatoes -- chopped
                        salt and pepper to taste

The variety of fresh vegetables in this unique chili give it an original flavor. 
And, your waistline will smile!   
Heat broth and water over medium heat in a 4 quart pot. Add tortillas and bring to a boil. 
Reduce heat and simmer until tortillas dissolve. 
Meanwhile, brown beef over medium heat in a non-stick skillet, drain fat, and add seasonings. 
Add beef and vegetables, except jicama and cilantro, to stock pot. 
Simmer on low heat 30 min. to 1 hour. 
Season to taste. 
Just before serving, stir in jicama and cilantro.    

Serving Suggestion: Cornbred Muffins or Corn Tortillas and Stewed Apples.

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