Chili Beef Stew

A yummy quick dish, not too heavy on the chili side, great for a busy evening meal.

Sprinkle beef cubes with s&p , coat lightly with flour , shaking off excess.

Brown beef cubes well in heated butter in dutch oven until lightly browned.

When beef is done remove from pan and cook onion is same pan , stirring frequently until soft and lightly browned.

Return beef to pan , mix in garlic , salt , cumin and chili powder.

Add tomatoes and their liquid and green chilies.

Bring to boiling , cover , reduce heat and simmer until beef is tender.

Skim and discard fat.

Mix in beans.

Continue cooking , uncovered , stirring occasionally until thickened slightly about 20 minutes.

Sprinkle with cheese.

Cook a few minutes longer to melt it.

boneless beef chuck, flour, butter, onion, garlic clove, salt, ground cumin, chili powder, tomatoes, green chilies, red kidney beans, cheddar cheese