Name: Beef Chili
Yield: 12 Servings
Ingredients: 4 large or 6 medium ancho chiles; 2 dried guajillo chiles; 2 dried pasilla chiles; 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil; 5 pounds boneless beef chuck, cut into 1/2-inch slices; 2 large yellow onions, chopped; 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons dried oregano; 1 (14.5-ounce) can fire-roasted crushed tomatoes; 3 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 1 (12-ounce) bottle lager; 2 teaspoons apple cider vinegar; Kosher salt, freshly ground pepper; Toppings as desired (sour cream, grated cheddar, chopped red onion, lime wedges, cilantro, sliced avocado, pickled jalapeños, corn nuts, and don't forget Fritos)

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It’s faster and easier to brown the meat in larger pieces first and chop them afterward.

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