Emeril’s Chili

EMERIL’S CHILI
INGREDIENTS
2 T veg oil
2 c chopped onions
Salt & cayenne pepper
¼ c tomato paste
2 lb stew meat or ground chuck
2 c beef stock
3 c crushed tomatoes
1 T chili powder
2 t ground cumin
1 t crushed red pepper
2 t dried oregano
2 T chopped garlic
1 c dark kidney beans
2 T all purpose flour
4 T water
1 ½ c grated cheddar cheese
Tortilla chips, optional
Sour cream
Jalapeno peppers
 
INSTRUCTIONS
1. Heat oil in a large saucepan. Add onions & sauté until soft. Season with salt & cayenne.
 
2. Stir in meat, brown, then drain and return to saucepan. Add chili powder through beans.

3. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat & simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour.

4. In a separate small bowl, mix flour & water together. Slowing stir into beef mixture and continue to cook for 30 minutes.

5. Add salt & cayenne to taste.

6. Spoon chili over chips, if desired, and garnish with cheese, sour cream, and jalapenos