Ingredients:

  Amount  Measure       Ingredient -- Preparation Method
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   1       tb           Olive oil
   1       lb           Beef,very lean,coarse grind
   1       lb           Pork,very lean,coarse grind
   3                    Onions,large,finely chopped
   1                    Bell pepper(s)
   2                    Celery stalks,finely chopped
   1       tb           Garlic,finely chopped
   1       tb           Oregano,dried,pref. Mexican
   2                    Bay leaves
   2       ts           Cumin,ground
   3       c            Tomatoes with tomato paste
   1       c            Beef broth
   1       c            Water
                        Salt
                        Pepper,ground,fresh
     1/2   ts           Chile caribe
   2       tb           Red chile,ground,mild-hot
   2       c            Kidney beans,cooked,drained

Preparation:

1. If possible, have the beef and pork ground together, or else mix meats together in a bowl.~ 2. Heat the oil in a large heavy 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.~ 3. Add the onions, green pepper, celery, garlic, oregano, bay leaves, and cumin. Mix well.~ 4. Add the tomatoes, broth, water, salt, pepper, caribe, and ground chile. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for about 20 minutes. Stir often.~ 5. Add the beans and simmer for 10 minutes longer. Taste and adjust seasonings.~