Chili

Perfect for a Chili cook-off or just proving to your friends that "All chili was not created equal."

• Ready In: 40 mins
• Serves: 4-6

Ingredients

• 16  ounces black beans
• 16  ounces pinto beans
• 16  ounces black-eyed peas
• 1 1⁄2 lbs beef (ground or shredded)
• 1  lb Italian sausage
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne
• 3  tablespoons chili powder
• 1  tablespoon cumin
• 2  teaspoons ground coriander
• 1  teaspoon salt
• 12  ounces beer
• 1 1⁄2 ounces bittersweet chocolate
• 6 -8  garlic cloves, pressed
• 1  medium red onion, diced
• 1  habanero pepper, diced finely
• 1  jalapeno pepper, diced
• 1  anaheim chili, diced

Directions

1. In crock pot mix black beans, pinto beans, and black-eyed peas.
2. Begin to heat crock pot on a medium setting.
3. In a large saute pan brown beef and sausage.
4. Add cayenne, chili powder, cumin, ground coriander, salt, and beer.
5. Add meat mixture to crock pot; bring to a low simmer; stir in chocolate.
6. Add garlic, onion, and diced peppers.
7. Cook for an additional 15 to 30 minutes or until vegtables reach desired consistency; I prefer a little al dente.
8. Serve with desired toppings (crackers, cheddar, etc.).