Preparation time: 25 minutes. Cooking time: 1 hour and 10 minutes. For about 1 1/2 quarts chili, 8 servings, you will need:

1 1/2 lbs. ground lean beef
1/2 lb. lean ground pork
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 onions, chopped
1 green pepper, chopped
1 (1 lb.) can tomatoes, chopped
1 (1 lb.) can chili beans
1/4 c. chopped cilantro or parsley
1/4 c. chili powder
1 tbsp. cumin
2 to 3 tsp. salt
Pepper or 1/8 tsp. cayenne
8 hot dogs
8 hot dog buns
1 white onion, chopped
1 c. grated Cheddar cheese

1. In a heavy, large saucepan or kettle, brown the beef and pork. Break up into a crumbly mixture.

2. Stir in the garlic, onions and green pepper. Cook briefly.

3. Add tomatoes with liquid, beans with liquid, cilantro or parsley, chili powder, cumin, salt and pepper or cayenne. Bring to a boil.

4. Lower heat to a simmer. Cover. Cook for 1 hour, stirring a few times.

5. During this time either grill, fry or boil hot dogs.

6. If grilling, toast buns on grill. Otherwise, heat at 350 degrees.

7. Place hot dog in bun. Spoon with chili. Sprinkle with chopped onion and cheese.

TIPS: For those of you who like a real Western chili, add a hot chili pepper t the pot. Remove seeds and veins before mincing, if less "fire" is desired.

GOOD SERVED WITH: Cold corn salad, beef, if desired or soft drinks. For dessert, fresh peaches and brownies.