Steakhouse Chili

Chili is a family favorite around our house.  I have made many varieties of chili and I think this is my favorite.  I love the big chunks of tender steak.  It is so rich with flavor without being too hot and spicy.  For those who love the hot and spicy, jalapenos would be a great addition.  I am just too big of a sissy to handle the jalapeno, please forgive me and add them if you like. Most of the time, leftover chili is non-existent around here, but if you have leftovers, chili burritos, chili cheese nachos, and chili stuffed baked potatoes are some of my favorite ways to finish off a batch.

Steak House Chili

Ingredients:

• 1 to 1 ½ lbs Chuck Steak, cut into ½” cubes
• 1 46 fl oz can Vegetable Juice
• 1 15 oz can Chili Beans
• 1 cup diced onion
• ¼ cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 tablespoon olive oil
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic
• ½ teaspoon Mrs. Dash seasoning blend

Cooking Directions:

In a Dutch oven or other large pan add olive oil over medium– high heat.  Add onion and cook for 2-3 minutes, until onion just starts to brown.   Add steak, and season with salt, pepper & Mrs. Dash.  Cook, stirring occasionally to slightly brown all sides of the meat, about 5 minutes.  Add vegetable juice, chili beans, ketchup, sugar, granulated garlic, chili powder and cumin. Stir until well blended.  Lower heat to low simmer. Stir occasionally, cook for 1-2 hours until meat is fork tender.  Serve with shredded cheese.

Enjoy!

Miss