Chilli

2 15.5-ounce cans kidney beans, rinsed

1 28-ounce can diced tomatoes

12 ounces lager beer

3/4 pound beef chuck, cut into 3/4-inch pieces

1 medium yellow onion, chopped

2 cloves garlic, chopped

2 tablespoons tomato paste

2 tablespoons all-purpose flour

2 tablespoons chili powder

1 to 3 teaspoons chopped chipotles in adobo sauce

kosher salt

corn bread, sour cream, grated Cheddar, chopped red onion, and fresh cilantro sprigs, for serving

In a 4- to 6-quart slow cooker, mix together the beans, tomatoes and their juices, beer, beef, yellow onion, garlic, tomato paste, flour, chili powder, chipotles, and ¾ teaspoon salt. Cover and cook until the beef is tender, on low for 7 to 8 hours or on high for 4 to 5 hours (this will shorten total recipe time). Serve with the corn bread, sour cream, Cheddar, red onion, and cilantro.