Prize-winning chili pot

6 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
2tablespoonsVegetable oil
3poundsLean beef chuck, coarsely ground or finely diced
½cupInstant minced onion
cupChili powder
2tablespoonsGround cumin
1tablespoonPaprika
1teaspoonOregano leaves
1teaspoonGarlic powder
¾teaspoonSalt
teaspoonDried thyme leaves
teaspoonRubbed sage
2cupsChicken broth
¾cupBeer
8ouncesTomato sauce
teaspoonGranulated sugar
¼teaspoonGround black pepper

Directions

O.C.Register Jan05'89"Prize-winning Chili Pot" In dutch oven or large pot or kettle, heat oil over medium heat. Add a third of the meat. Cook and stir until it loses pink color. Remove with slotted spoon to platter and repeat with remaining meat. Return meat and collected juices to pan along with the minced onion, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, garlic, salt, thyme, sage, chicken broth, beer and tomato sauce (i.e. everything except sugar & pepper). Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer, partially covered for 1½ hours, stirring occasionally. Just before serving, stir in the sugar and black pepper.

Serve with a dollop of sour cream or spoon over beans, rice or pasta if desired.

Makes about 6 to 8 servings.