I find a dark beer can work really nicely. I have made a beef stew with
guinness that was great. I generally use homebrew, but most dark commercial
beers can do nicely - the main thing is something malty and not overly
bitter. Brown ale, stout, scotch ale, etc..

john

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>you might throw in a dried red pepper, removed before serving. and
>use beer instead if you're using water.
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>your pal,
>blake
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