Ingredients

• 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
• 1/2 cup extra virgin olive oil
• 6 garlic cloves, finely chopped
• 3 (19 fluid ounce) cans plum tomatoes, crushed, include liquid
• 1 (5 1/2 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 (10 fluid ounce) can beef broth
• 1 (10 fluid ounce) can mushroom stems and pieces, include liquid
• 3 tablespoons ground chili powder
• 2 teaspoons ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon granulated sugar
• 1 teaspoon granulated garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon italian seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon ground cayenne pepper
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
• 1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 large sweet red pepper, seeded and diced
• 1 large green pepper, seeded and diced
• 2 large celery ribs, chopped small
• 1 (12 fluid ounce) can beer, of your choice
• 1 cup dry red wine, of your choice
• 4 teaspoons tapioca starch or 4 teaspoons cornstarch
• 1/4 cup cold water
• 1 1/2 cups grated sharp cheddar cheese
• 2 large onions, chopped small
• 1 cup finely chopped onions or 1 cup chopped green onion
• 3 (19 fluid ounce) cans red kidney beans, including liquid
• 2 lbs boneless beef chuck steaks or 2 lbs roast, cut into 3/8 inch cubes