Ralph's Newcastle Chili

2 lb. ground beef

1 1/2 lb. italian sausage

1/2 cup onion, chopped

2-28 oz cans tomato sauce

1-14 oz can diced tomatoes

1-14 oz can stewed tomatoes

2 cloves garlic, peeled and minced

1-14 oz can kidney beans, drained

2 Tbsp parsley flakes

1 tsp chili powder

1/2 tsp garlic salt

1/4 tsp black pepper

2 Tbsp brown sugar

10 oz Newcastle Brown Ale

Brown ground beef and italian sausage, breaking into small pieces. Drain fat, set aside. Brown onion and garlic and add to meat in a stock pot. Add tomatoes and sauce, beans, spices. Add beer. Bring to boil, then reduce to low heat. Simmer, partially covered, over low heat for 2-3 hours. Serving options: tortilla chips, shredded cheese, sour cream, cilantro. Makes 8 cups.

Spinach salad ingredients included are:

Spinach

Feta

Dried cranberries

Candied walnuts

Brianna's blush wine viniagrette

Also, honey butter is included for the cornbread.