A man's chili

Today was warm and soft. It was a great day to walk, clean the garden, and turn on the bbq.

I made Steak and Ale Chili. A real man's chili.
(from Weber's Time to Grill cookbook)

Rub:
2 tsp ground cumin
1 tsp salt
1 tsp ground black pepper

1 pound steak, about 3/4 inch thick, trimmed of fat
vegetable oil

Chili:
1 1/2 cups finely chopped onions
1 tbsp minced garlic
2 tbsp chili powder
2 tsp ground oregano
2 cans (16 oz each) beans, such as pinto or white kidney beans, with liquid
1 can (28 oz) diced tomatoes
1 bottle stout beer
2 tbsp cider vinegar
1/2 tsp worcestershire sauce

2 cups grated cheddar cheese

In a small bowl, combine the rub ingredients. Brush oil on steak and then rub in dry ingredients on both sides. Let sit for 15 to 30 minutes before grilling. Heat up grill to 350 to 450 F. Cook steak on grill for 4 to 6 minutes turning once to medium rare. Let sit for 5 minutes and then cut into 1/2 inch chunks.

In a large saucepan heat 1 tbsp oil and cook onions and garlic for 5 minutes or so. Add spices and cook for one minute. Add the rest of the chili ingredients along with the steak and simmer covered for 20 minutes. Then simmer for about an hour without the cover. 

Enjoy with the grated cheese.