When you want a bit hardier dip when the Senate is coming to visit. From ICS.
6 lbs lean ground beef
1/2 lb bacon, fried and crumbled, see note
1 cup flour
4 (10 1/2 ounce) cans beef consomme
6 large onions, minced
8 ounces chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin powder
1 tablespoon oregano
2 tablespoons salt
6 lbs sharp cheddar cheese, cut in chunks
taco chips or tortilla chips
1. Note reserve Bacon drippings.
2. Combine beef and bacon and brown.
3. Blend the flour in one fourth of the bacon drippings, stirring until smooth. Slowly add the consumme, stirring until
thickened. Add thickened mixture to beef and blend well.
4. Add onions, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and salt. Stir well.
5. Simmer covered, 1 1/2 hours or until dip consistency. Add cheese until well blended. Refrigerate for several house
before serving.
6. Serve with taco or tortilla chips.
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