Ingredients for Chili Lover's Chili
- 1 lb ground beef
- 1/2 lb ground pork
- 1 medium onion (chopped)
- 2 stalks celery (chopped)
- 1 green bell pepper (chopped)
- 15 oz tomato sauce
- 1 cup water
- Beef Base
- 1 tbsp cumin
- 2 tbsp chili powder
- to taste black pepper
- to taste salt
- Roasted Garlic
- 1 tsp oregano
- Dry Mustard
- Tequila
- Beer
- Paprika
- Sugar
- Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
- Ground Coriander
- Hot Sauce
- 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional)
- 2 cups cooked pinto beans
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 28 oz crushed tomatoes
- 1 (15-ounce) can tomato paste
- 2 cups leftover ham liquid
- 1 cup beef broth
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How to Make Chili Lover's Chili
- Brown 1 lb ground beef and 1/2 lb ground pork in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Break up the meat as it browns.
- Drain off excess grease.
- Add 1 cup of water to the browned meat and bring to a simmer. Cook for 5 minutes to remove excess fat.
- Drain the meat again. Return to the skillet or transfer to a large pot. Add 1 medium onion (chopped), 2 stalks celery (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), 2 tbsp chili powder, 1 tbsp cumin, 1 tsp garlic powder, 1 tsp oregano, 1/2 tsp cayenne pepper (optional), and salt and pepper to taste.
- Add 28 oz crushed tomatoes, 15 oz tomato sauce, 1 (15-ounce) can of tomato paste, 2 cups of leftover ham liquid, and 1 cup of beef broth to the pot.
- Bring to a simmer, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer for 2-3 hours, stirring occasionally.
- Add 2 cups cooked pinto beans (prepared from a leftover ham bone, instructions below) during the last 30 minutes of cooking time.
- Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
0 g
Sugar
0g
Fat
0g
Carbs
0g
