Nana's Chili

This is my mom's chili recipe. Thick, meaty, and good heat without being overpowering. She used Miller Genuine Draft for the beer; I prefer using an Oatmeal Stout for a richer flavor instead.

• Ready In: 2 hrs 45 mins
• Serves: 8-10

Ingredients

• 2  lbs ground beef, browned and drained
• 1  medium onion, chopped
• 1  small green pepper, chopped
• 16  ounces chopped tomatoes
• 12  ounces tomato paste
• 6  ounces chili sauce
• 2  bay leaves
• 2 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans
• 1 (15 ounce) can hot chili beans
• 16  ounces beer
• 3  tablespoons chili powder
• 1⁄2 package  mild  chili seasoning mix
• 1  teaspoon black pepper
• 2  teaspoons  celery salt
• 1  teaspoon  onion salt
• 2  teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
• 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Directions

1. Brown ground beef with onion and green pepper; drain.
2. Add all other ingredients.
3. Rinse cans/jars with water if more liquid is needed.
4. Bring to a boil.
5. Lower heat and simmer 2 hours (or more).