Beer Chili Con Carne

Directions

Brown beef in 2 Tbs of the hot oils ( canola and olive), it will release liquid before it brows. (This should take about half an hour) Set aside In another pan cook onions in 2 tablespoon of the oil until it starts to change color.

Stir in bell pepper and cook until soft. Add garlic and cook 1 minute. Stir in cumin, oregano, peppers, chilis and thyme. Cook 1 minute.

Stir in browned beef, season with salt and pepper. Pour beer and cook until foam disappears.

Stir in tomatoes and sugar and bring to a boil and simmer uncovered for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Sprinkle the corn meal and stir well. Cover pan and simmer 2 hours. Stir a few times.

Add beans and some of the liquid they were cooked in. Cook 10 minutes. Check seasonings. Serve topped with chopped green onions.