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Awesomest Chili Ever Recipe

Brave the blustery night with this intensely flavorful venison chili! A rich, deep flavor profile emerges from the combination of venison (or beef!), hearty spices, and a touch of wine. This isn't your grandma's chili – it's a culinary adventure! While the spice amounts are approximate, allowing for your own creative flair, the result is a chili so good, you'll be inventing new words to describe it. Perfect for a cozy night in!

Prep Time 30 mins
Cook Time 520 mins
Calories 528.7 kcal
Protein 118g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Awesomest Chili Ever

  • 2 lbs Venison stew meat
  • Sweet Italian Turkey Sausage
  • 1 large Red Onion, chopped
  • Celery
  • Carrots
  • Jalapeno
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced
  • 1 Green Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 1 (15 ounce) can Kidney Beans (drained & rinsed), 1 (15 ounce) can Pinto Beans (drained & rinsed)
  • Diced Tomatoes
  • Tomato Paste
  • ½ cup dry Red Wine
  • Worcestershire Sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Chili Powder
  • 1 tablespoon Cumin
  • Coriander
  • 1 teaspoon Oregano
  • Bay Leaves
  • Allspice
  • 1 Red Bell Pepper, chopped
  • 28 oz (1 can) Crushed Tomatoes
  • 15 oz (1 can) Tomato Sauce
  • 1 cup Beef Broth
  • 1 teaspoon Smoked Paprika
  • ½ teaspoon Cayenne Pepper (optional)
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • Shredded Cheddar Cheese (for garnish)
  • Sour Cream (for garnish)
  • Chopped Green Onions (for garnish)
  • Brown Sugar (to taste, optional)

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How to Make Awesomest Chili Ever

  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown 2 lbs of venison (or beef) stew meat over medium-high heat. Remove meat and set aside.
  2. Add 1 large onion, chopped, and 2 cloves garlic, minced, to the pot and sauté until softened, about 5 minutes.
  3. Stir in 1 red bell pepper, chopped, and 1 green bell pepper, chopped, and cook for another 3 minutes.
  4. Return the meat to the pot. Add 28 oz (1 can) crushed tomatoes, 15 oz (1 can) tomato sauce, 1 (15 ounce) can of kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15 ounce) can of pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 1 cup beef broth, 1/2 cup dry red wine, 2 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon cumin, 1 teaspoon smoked paprika, 1 teaspoon oregano, 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), and 1 teaspoon salt.
  5. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 4 hours, or up to 6 hours for a deeper, richer flavor. Stir occasionally.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Consider adding more cayenne for extra heat or a touch of brown sugar to balance the acidity.
  7. Before serving, garnish with your favorite toppings such as shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, or chopped green onions.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

72 g

Sugar

73g

Fat

24g

Carbs

12g

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