Christmas Chili

• ground round↗1 1⁄2 lbs
• white onions↗2

  diced

• bell peppers↗2

  diced

• chili powder↗3 tablespoons

  divided

• garlic powder↗2 tablespoons

  divided

• basil↗1 teaspoon
• stewed tomatoes↗3 cans

  (14 1/2 ounce)

• chili beans3 cans

  (14 1/2 ounce)

• beer↗1 can

  (8 ounce)

• black pepper↗1 tablespoon
• cheddar cheese↗
• onion

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Place beef, onions and bell peppers in large Dutch oven.

2. 2

   Sprinkle with 1 ½ tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon garlic powder, and basil.

3. 3

   Using a wooden spoon, blend together and brown very slowly.

4. 4

   You may drain if desired, but mine didn’t have a lot of grease, so I didn’t bother.

5. 5

   Place tomatoes in food processor and process just long enough to cup up large pieces.

6. 6

   Put tomatoes, beans and beer in with meat and bring to a low simmer.

7. 7

   Add remaining chili and garlic powder.

8. 8

   Add pepper.

9. 9

   Cook slowly for at least 2 hours.

10. 10

    Serve with cheese and onion.