Ingredients

• 2 1/2 lbsGround Chuck
  80% lean
• 3/4 cupFlour
• 2 tbspSea Salt
• 2 tbspBlack Pepper
• 2 mediumOnions
  yellow, chopped
• 1Green Bell Pepper
  chopped
• 2 tbspGarlic
  minced
• 4 tbspPaprika
• 2 tbspPowdered Cumin
• 4 tbspChili Powder
• 24 oz.V8 Juice
• 16 oz.Water
• 12. oz.Kidney Beans
  dark red, drained
• 6 oz.Beer
• 10 - 40 shakesTobasco Sauce
  depends on preference
• 2 tspOlive Oil
  extra virgin

Preparation

1. Combine ground chuck, flour, salt and pepper together in a bowl until all flour is worked into the meat
2. Heat oil in pan, then brown the meat mixture. When the meat is almost all brown, add onions, garlic, and green pepper. Let cook until onions and garlic are soft. Drain the meat.
3. Place the meat mixture into a slow cooker. Add paprika, cumin, and chili powder. Mix well, then add V8 Juice, water, and beans. Mix well.
4. Set Crock Pot on high and let cook for two hours, stirring occasionally. Then, add Tabasco Sauce (if desired) and beer. Continue to simmer for at least two more hours, stirring occasionally.
5. Enjoy!

Points to Consider

• This is literally the greatest chili of all time.
• Take the time to work the flour into the ground beef thoroughly.
• Beef is the best choice, followed by ground pork and sausage. Do not use turkey.
• Taste the chili before adding Tabasco Sauce or any hot sauce. Once added, the heat can't be undone.
• Changes to this recipe will affect its taste.
• Toppings of choice: sour cream, cheese, etc.