Mamma Sullivan grew up around Mrs. Roose and was privy to
her deepest, darkest secrets. Apparently, this is one of them. Enjoy.
1 1/2 pounds ground sirloin
1 large onion, chopped
2 cans of Campbell's tomato soup (condensed)
2 large (24oz) cans of kidney beans
2 large cans (24oz) chopped tomatoes
5 cloves garlic, crushed (2-3 tsp)
1 tsp salt (more to taste, if necessary)
1 tsp pepper
2-3 tsp chili powder
2 tsp oregano
1 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp ground fennel
1 tsp cilantro
1 tsp ground sage
1/2 - 1 tsp chipotle pepper, to taste
Cook onion and beef together until meat is brown and onions are clear. Drain off all excess liquid. Add spices and undiluted tomato soup. Mix well. Add kidney beans (including liquid) & chopped tomatoes (including liquid) . simmer for 90 minutes.