Ancho Beer Chili

1. 1

   In a shallow bowl, pour boiling water over ancho peppers, just enough to cover them, and leave set for about a half hour, or until peppers are soft. Then remove stems and seeds from peppers (use latex gloves while doing this). Place the peppers and the water in a food processor and puree them.

2. 2

   Brown the ground meat with the garlic. Drain.

3. 3

   Fry the sausage until cooked. Drain.

4. 4

   In a large pot combine ground meat, sausage, ancho puree, onion, green chilies, mushrooms, tomatoes, tomato sauce, and beer.

5. 5

   Mix together the salt, black pepper, cumin, cayenne, oregano, and chili powder.

6. 6

   Add about half ofd the spice mix to the chili and mix thoroughly. Bring to a boil then reduce heat and simmer for 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

7. 7

   Add beans and the rest of the spice mix. stir and simmer for another 15 minutes.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.