By definition it’s a chili recipe with meat (typically chuck meat), chile peppers (most often dried peppers made into a paste), beer, and then it’s slowly cooked with stock to reduce and thicken.

This beanless chili features ... rehydrated dried chilies for a lingering smoky flavor. Enjoy it with tortillas, cheese, and hot sauce for an extra kick. Anna Theoktisto is a recipe tester and ...