1 can (10 ounces) of diced tomatoes and green chilies
1 can (8 ounces) of tomato sauce
1 and 1/2 cups beer (brewed in Texas preferred)
1 clove garlic, minced
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
2 tablespoon cornmeal or masa harina
Salt to taste
Steps
Set a large dutch oven over high heat. Add half the olive oil and brown the ground beef. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan and stewing the beef in it’s own juices.
Remove the beef and set aside to drain. Add the remaining oil and onion, and cook until nicely browned.
Add back in beef, along with garlic, chili powder, cayenne, cumin and salt. Stir to combine.
Add in the beer, diced tomatoes and green chilies, and tomato sauce, then bring to a low simmer. Cover with a lid and allow to bubble and simmer so sauce reduces and thickens, and the flavors intensify, about 1 hour.
After an hour, stir through the cornmeal which will help to thicken the sauce. If sauce starts to get too thick, add a little water, and if it’s not yet thick enough, continue to simmer until desired consistency is reached.
Reviews
gary on 2023-02-08 (5 stars): Indeed, chunk meat, diced. no tomatoes
Will have to give thr Dr.Pepper a try. though😋
Elizabeth on 2021-12-17 (5 stars): This is our go to chili recipe when we’re using ground beef. Freezes well, so we always have some on hand for quick meals!
Carol on 2022-10-25 (5 stars): Living in Texas for a few years I learned quickly that there are no beans. I was told that is yankee chili. Lol. Every loves when I make this. Yes I use Shiner. I mix lean ground beef and ground bison for a more lean version. Sometimes I will even chunks of stake.
John on 2022-01-05 (5 stars): This is the BEST Chili I have ever made and BEST Chili that I have ever eaten. I did not know how chili would taste without beans. I know now! I"ll never have chili again with beans. When I take a bite of that "Classic Lone Star Beef Chili". I can tell you. Slow dancing is over. It"s all rock "n" roll.
Shawn on 2022-02-13 (5 stars): Great recipe with lots of flavors. We use it for chili dogs, frito pie or wonderful just by itself with a little shredded cheddar and onions on top. Have made it many times over the years. Thanks Jess!
DavidF on 2023-02-09 (5 stars): Thank you for sharing this. We are trying your recipe and really liked it. But, we are forking it to use for Taco Meat and using Taco Seasoning. I know it sounds strange, but this is an EXACT DUPLICATE of Taco Bell meat -- if you use taco seasoning. We reduced the beef broth to 3/4 cup and eliminated the beef. Added one can of 4 oz diced green chili's. But, other than that, it is an excellent recipe and allows us to eat at home and not pay OUTRAGEOUSLY for the slop that Taco Bell serves up.
Kathi on 2024-01-15 (5 stars): My daughter had a small chili cook-off with her friends and I decided to just make this chili, not even thinking that I’d win first place but I did! It was so good and so easy to make, let’s just say that I even surprised myself! I have shared the is recipe with many of my friends but none that know my daughter incase there is a rematch!
Bjorn on 2024-10-02 (5 stars): wonderful recipe! I added cow heart 🤌🏽
