Texas Roadhouse Chili

Ingredients:

• 4 lbs beef chuck, diced
• 2 tbsp garlic, minced
• 1/4 cup jalapenos, diced
• 2 (15 oz) cans kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1/2 cup red onions, diced
• 2 cups tomatoes, diced
• 1 cup yellow or white onion, diced
• 1/8 tsp black pepper
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tsp chili powder
• 1 tbsp Italian seasoning blend
• 2 tsp kosher salt
• 2 tbsp masa harina
• 1 tbsp smoked paprika
• 1/8 tsp red pepper flakes

Instructions:

1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the beef chuck over medium-high heat. Drain any excess grease.
2. Add minced garlic, diced jalapenos, diced red onions, diced tomatoes, and diced yellow or white onion to the pot. Cook until softened, about 2-3 minutes.
3. Stir in black pepper, brown sugar, chili powder, Italian seasoning blend, kosher salt, masa harina, smoked paprika, and red pepper flakes.
4. Add the kidney beans and enough water to cover the ingredients.
5. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 2-3 hours or until the beef is tender.
6. Serve hot. Optional toppings: shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions.