Slow Cooker Texas Chili

This chili recipe containes beer which is a meat tenderizer. It also enhances the flavor of chili.

• Ready In: 9 hrs 15 mins
• Serves: 6

Ingredients

• 1  lb  boneless beef chuck steak, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1  lb  pork tenderloin, cut into 1 inch pieces
• 1⁄4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1  tablespoon  oil
• 2 (10 ounce) cans  old el paso tomatoes and green chilies, undrained
• 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, undrained
• 1 (12 ounce) can beer
• 2  tablespoons chili powder
• 1  teaspoon cumin
• 1⁄2 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1⁄8 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1  dash  hot sauce (optional)

Directions

1. In a large mixing bowl, combine beef, pork and flour; toss to coat meat evenly.
2. Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot; brown meat.
3. Place browned meat into slow cooker along with all other ingredients; mix well.
4. Cook on low setting for 7 to 9 hours or until beef and pork are fork-tender.