diana henry's lamb, beer, and black bean chile

The quality of your food will only ever be as good as the quality of your ingredients! Here is a delightful chile that is wholesome and hearty. If you can, purchase the lamb at a farmer's market and soak your own beans overnight.











1. Heat 3 tbsp peanut oil in a pan and brown 1 lb of lamb stew meat
2. Remove the browned meat and saute a large, chopped onion. Add 4 chopped, de-seeded chiles and 4 close crushed garlic, along with 1 tbsp cumin.
3. Add the lamb back to the pot, 1 pint of lager, 28 oz. diced tomatoes, and 28 oz. black beans that have soaked overnight.
4. Simmer for 1.5-2 hours
5. Top with cilantro, parsley, or avocado, and serve over barley!