Chihuahua Chili Recipe

Name: Chihuahua Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 onions, chopped; 3 tablespoons chopped garlic; 2 cups tomato sauce; 1 cup enchilada sauce (we like Las Palmas); 12 ounces beer (possibly Chihuahua, hence the name); 2 (29 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained; 2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained; 1 lb ground beef, browned and drained; 1 tablespoon chili powder; 1 tablespoon cumin

Servings: persons

2 onions, chopped
3 tablespoons chopped garlic
2 cups tomato sauce
1 cup enchilada sauce (we like Las Palmas)
12 ounces beer (possibly Chihuahua, hence the name)
2 (29 ounce) cans pinto beans, drained
2 (15 ounce) cans black beans, drained
1 lb ground beef, browned and drained
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon cumin

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In large pot, heat oil. Saute onion until transluscent, about 3 to 4 minutes. Add garlic and saute 2 minutes more. Add tomatoes, enchilada sauce, beer, beans, cumin and chili powder. Bring to boil. Simmer, partially covered, until slightly thickened and flavors have mingled, about 1 hour on the stovetop. (You can cook this all day in the crockpot.).
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Serve with toppings.
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If freezing, divide into dinner portions suitable for your family. Cool, label and freeze. To serve: Defrost and reheat. Serve with cheddar cheese, sour cream and chopped cilantro. Shepherd's bread with butter is a great accompaniment.
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* If you'd like, you can omit the beer, just add water or broth if the chili is too thick without the beer.

490

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 onions, chopped, 3 tablespoons chopped garlic, 2 cups tomato sauce, 1 cup enchilada sauce (we like Las Palmas), and more.

Yes, Chihuahua Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

Chihuahua Chili

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