Bowl of Red

A traditional Bowl of Red made in a slow cooker.

Yield: 4 to 6 servings

Ingredients

• 2 to 3 pounds lean beef cubes
• 1 large onion
• 3 cloves garlic
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 2 to 3 tablespoons chopped jalapeno pepper
• 1/4 cup pure New Mexican chile powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 cup dark beer
• 1/2 cup water
• Masa Harina

Instructions

1. Brown beef with onion; drain off excess fat.
2. Add garlic and stir over medium heat for one minute.
3. Transfer beef to the slow cooker; add salt, pepper, chile powder, cumin, beer and water.
4. Cover and cook on LOW for 8 to 10 hours.
5. Stir Masa Harina (or cornmeal) with enough water to make a smooth paste and add to chili 30 minutes to 1 hour before done.
6. Turn to HIGH and cook uncovered the remaining hour.
7. Serve over rice, if desired.