First Place Chili

Beef

4 pounds course-ground chopped sirloin or; tenderloin
olive oil or butter
1 small cans tomato paste with water; up to 2 cans
OR fresh tomatoes; finely chopped
OR canned tomatoes pressed; through a colander
3 1/2 medium onions; chopped
1 bell pepper; chopped
6 centiliters garlic; minced
1 tablespoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon sweet basil
1 tablespoon cumin seed or ground cumin
salt and pepper to taste
3 tablespoons chili power; (or more)
OR some chili pods

In a 4-quart pot, brown meat in oil or butter or in a blend of the two. Add the remaining ingredients, Simmer 2-3 hours with the lid on.