Chili, for a friend
Today, my good friend and champagne-sipping partner Chloe expressed that she's been playing with chili recipes to find one she really likes. So I've decided to post one of my old school recipes for her, and for all of you. Chili isn't just for tailgates. Chili is for families, friends, chilly weather, and everything that is made better with a hug. Yeah, I fucking said it. Chili is a warm, cozy hug. So try this recipe and get yourself a hug. Oh, and read the recipe before you get all of the ingredients out. What ya need: 2.5 lbs of quality sirloin, cubed in 1/4 inch cubes (ground sirloin works too) 14 ounces of beef stock 14 ounces of chicken broth 1 eight-ounce can of tomato sauce 1/2 of a small onion, finely diced 3 large clove of garlic, finely chopped or mashed 3/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper 2 tablespoons of spicy red chili powder 5 tablespoons of dark chili powder 1/4 teaspoon of salt 3 teaspoons of ground cumin 1 tablespoon of light roast coffee 1 stan