1 lb. dry pinto beans, washed and drained
8 c. water
1 tsp. salt
2 tbsp. salad oil
3 c. chopped onions
2 lb. ground beef
2 (28 oz.) cans tomatoes (blended)
1 (4 oz.) can chopped green chilies
1/4 tsp. dried minced garlic
1 (6 oz.) can tomato paste
3 tbsp. chili powder
1 tbsp. salt
1 tsp. sugar
2 tsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. cayenne pepper

Cook beans until tender. Heat oil, saute onions. Add beef, cook until brown. Add remaining ingredients and beans. Heat to boiling. Reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours.