Tailgate Chili (Slow Cooker)

Ingredients:

  • 1 pound ground beef
  • 1 pound ground pork
  • 2 cans fire-roasted crushed tomatoes
  • 1 tablespoon ancho chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon chipotle chili powder
  • 2 teaspoons cumin
  • 1 teaspoon roasted garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 cup beer
  • 1 teaspoon cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon chocolate powder

Directions:

Make ahead:

Brown ground beef and pork in a skillet over medium-high heat until fully cooked

Cool before adding to a large zippered freezer bag

Add remaining ingredients

Store in the fridge for up to 3 days or freezer for up to 3 months

Add thawed chili large cast iron pot overheat

Simmer over medium heat for at least 30 minutes or until nice and hot (the longer the better for flavor)

Make now/slow cooker:

Brown ground beef and pork in skillet over medium high heat until fully cooked

Transfer to slow cooker

Add remaining ingredients

Cover and cook on high for 2-3 hours or low for 4-6