Johnny Cash's Old Iron Pot Family-Style Chili

Source: Missouri Beef Industry Council

5 Pounds sirloin steak, chopped Shortening (Teri Jo used 1/2 Tablespoon oil)
3 packages McCormick's Chili Seasoning*
3 to 4 15-ounce cans red kidney beans
3 to 4 16-ounce cans whole tomatoes
Cumin*
Thyme*
Sage leaves
Garlic Powder*
Onion Powder*
Salt to taste
Chopped onions
Chopped chili peppers*
1 4-ounce can tomato paste
2 tbsp Sugar
Chili Powder*
Spice Island Chili con carne seasoning*

*You must guess at the amounts to use -I never measure them.

Brown steak with a little shortening until medium. Add chili seasoning, and cook for 5 minutes. Add beans, tomatoes, spices, onions, chili peppers, sugar, chili powder, and /or chili con carne seasoning. Taste. (If chili is too hot, add 1 to 2 cans tomatoes.) Add tomato paste. If chili seems too thick, add water. Simmer on low for 20 minutes. Serve with soda crackers and soda.

Tailgate Tip
This chili will be better tomorrow than today, if properly taken care of overnight. --Johnny Cash