2 tb Butter

      4 lb Beef sirloin,coarse grind

      6 oz Tomato paste

      4 c  Water

      3    Onions

      1    Bell pepper(s)

      4    Garlic cloves

      3 tb Red chile,hot,ground

      1 tb Oregano,dried,pref. Mexican

    1/2 ts Basil

      1 tb Cumin

      1    Salt

      1    Pepper

  1. Heat the oil or butter (or a blend of the two) in a heavy 4-quart pot

  over medium heat. Add the meat to the pot. Break up any lumps with a fork
  and cook, stirring occasionally, until the meat is evenly browned.~ 2. Stir
  in the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer,
  uncovered, for 2 to 3 hours. Stir occasionally and add more water if
  necessary. Taste and adjust seasoning.~