Serves 12-15 (or 3 weeks of proper leftovers). This is a good basic starter recipe
- 3-4 lbs – Ground Chuck
- 2 large Onions – chopped
- 2x 18oz Cans – Diced Tomatoes
- 1x 18oz Can – water (rinse water from tomato cans)
- 2x 15oz Cans – kidney beans (optional)
- 4 cloves – Garlic, minced
- 1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp – Chili Powder
- 1/4 cup + 1 Tbsp – Cumin Powder
- 2 Tbsp – Salt
- 2 Tbsp – Red Pepper Flakes
- 1/2 oz – Unsweetened Dark Chocolate, shaved
- 12 oz – Dark Beer
- 1 lb – elbow macaroni (optional), cooked
- 1 cup – sour cream (optional)
- 1 cup – shredded Cheddar Cheese
In a large sauce (4.5 Qt) pan over medium-high heat, brown the ground chuck until no longer pink. Strain and discard any excess grease. Over medium heat, add the onions and continue the browning process until the onions are translucent. Add the canned tomatoes, beans, garlic, water, and beer. Then add the remaining spices and chocolate to the mixture and bring to a boil. Add more salt or pepper flakes to taste. Simmer for 45 minutes before serving.