Texas Style Chili

chuck roast , round, tri-tip, sirloin or venison cut into 1/2 inch cubes

bacon fat or cooking oil

chopped sweet or yellow onion

chopped green or red bell pepper , or a combination

to 6 hot peppers (see notes) , chopped

minced garlic

ground cumin

to 6 tablespoons of chili powder

dried oregano

salt

of diced or stewed tomatoes (cut up)

of mild, original or hot Rotel tomatoes , undrained

tomato paste

beef stock or broth

Kitchen Bouquet , optional

masa harina (corn flour) or cornmeal, optional

water

Optional Garnishes: Pinto beans , steamed rice , raw onion , green onion , shredded cheddar , sour cream , cilantro , lime wedges and/or tortilla or corn chips