Heat the oil in large heavy pan over medium heat. Add the onion and cook until translucent. Add the meat, breaking up as it browns. When browned, drain off fat. Return meat/onion mixture to pan. Add garlic, chili powder, cumin, salt and water to meat/onion mixture. Stir well, bring to a boil. Lower heat and simmer, uncovered, 2 hrs, stirring occasionally. If the chili dries out, add a bit more water to keep moist. Don't add too much water as it will make the pizza soggy.

Make your favorite crust. (You need a fairly thick one.) Place the crust on an oiled pan sprinkled with cornmeal. Bake at 450 degrees for 12 to 15 minutes (lightly browned). Remove from oven and spread chili on top. Add some grated cheese - a cheddar/jack/mozzarella combo of some sort works well. Return to oven and bake another 5 to 10 minutes (until cheese is melted and bubbly).

Chopped green onions on top is very good. Try olives and sour cream for variety. (Or jalapenos, or ???) Now...Enjoy !!! Carol Formatted by Elaine Radis BGMB90B; January, '93