L. B. J. Chili Dip

Ingredients

• 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

Directions

1. 1

   Note reserve Bacon drippings.

2. 2

   Combine beef and bacon and brown.

3. 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. 4

   Add onions, chili powder, cumin, oregano, and salt. Stir well.

5. 5

   Simmer covered, 1 1/2 hours or until dip consistency. Add cheese until well blended. Refrigerate for several house before serving.

6. 6

   Serve with taco or tortilla chips.