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Barnwell School Chiliburgers Recipe

This legendary recipe hails from the Barnwell School cookbook, a cherished collection of prairie town favorites! Feed a crowd with this hearty chili burger recipe – perfect for family gatherings, potlucks, or impressing the neighborhood kids. This massive batch makes enough chili to fill 30 hamburger buns! Easily halved or doubled to suit your needs. Get ready for a flavor explosion from this Alberta classic!

Prep Time 20 mins
Cook Time 140 mins
Calories 435.2 kcal
Protein 61g
Rating 5.0 (1 Reviews)
Barnwell School Chiliburgers

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Ingredients for Barnwell School Chiliburgers

  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • Potatoes
  • Sage
  • Salt
  • Curry Powder
  • Chili Powder
  • Ketchup
  • Water
  • Hamburger Bun

How to Make Barnwell School Chiliburgers

  1. Sauté 1 large onion, chopped, in 1 tbsp olive oil until softened. Add 2 lbs ground beef and brown, breaking it up with a spoon.
  2. Drain off excess grease.
  3. Stir in 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans (drained and rinsed), 1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans (drained and rinsed), 1 cup beef broth, 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp onion powder, 1/2 tsp oregano, 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper (optional), salt and pepper to taste.
  4. Transfer chili to a large oven-safe pot or Dutch oven. Cover and bake at 325°F (160°C) for approximately 2 hours.
  5. Stir the chili occasionally during cooking.
  6. Serve on 30 hamburger buns. Top with your favorite chili toppings!
  7. Recipe easily halved or doubled.

Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor

Elevate your dish with simple flavor boosters! A final flourish of freshly chopped herbs can add incredible brightness, while a squeeze of lemon or lime juice right before serving can awaken all the flavors. Don't underestimate a sprinkle of quality finishing salt or a drizzle of good olive oil to make your creation shine.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

36 g

Sugar

42g

Fat

44g

Carbs

8g

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