2 jalapeno peppers, seeds and stems removed and chopped (use gloves, avoid breathing fumes, and protect your eyes when handling these and all hot peppers)
2 pounds ground beef
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 tablespoon chili powder
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons hot sauce (recommended: Tabasco)
2 (16 ounce) cans kidney beans
1( 29 to 32-ounce) can diced tomatoes
1 tablespoon finely minced fresh parsley leaves, plus 8 small sprigs for garnish
1 tablespoon finely minced fresh cilantro leaves, plus 8 small sprigs for garnish
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