Texas-Style Steak Chili

By KDHarmon

Ingredients

• 1/4 C canola oil
• 4 C white onion, 1/4" dice
• 2.5 lbs beef, diced 3/4" x 1" (sirloin or top round)
• 1.5 C tomato sauce
• 3/4 C pineapple juice
• 1.5 tsp red wine vinegar
• 1/4 C mild chili powder
• 1.5 tsp ancho chili powder
• 3/4 tsp chipotle chili powder
• 3/4 tsp habanero chili powder
• 2 tsp kosher salt
• 1 Tbl + 1 tsp granulated sugar
• 3/4 tsp ground basil
• 3/4 tsp garlic powder
• 3/4 tsp sweet paprika
• 3/4 tsp ground coriander
• 3/4 tsp ground black pepper
• 3/4 tsp ground cumin
• 3 bay leaves

Preparation

Step 1

Heat oil in large stock pot on med-high heat, add beef and onions and sear until onions are tender.

Add remaining ingredients and bring to simmer, lower heat and cook, covered for 6 hours, stirring occasionally.

Top with shredded cheddar, tortilla strips, salsa and cilantro.

Makes 8 servings.