double the fun chili
This is my forever favorite chili recipe. I sometimes add a little more spice if I'm in the mood for something with a good kick. But whenever I hear chili, this is where my mind wanders and my mouth waters!
Blue Ribbon Recipe
A flavorful and hearty chili recipe. We loved the mixture of ground beef and chunks of sirloin. The meat is what makes this a hearty bowl of chili. Combining kidney beans, pinto beans, and chili beans adds lots of texture. With the perfect amount of spices, this simple chili is only enhanced by all the fresh veggies. Even the faint of heart can dive into this flavorful chili. Adjust the heat to your liking. A wonderful chili to serve a crowd.
prep time
30 Min
cook time
3 Hr
method
Stove Top
yield
Ingredients
- 1 pound lean ground chuck
- 1 pound boneless beef sirloin, cubed small (approx 1/4 inch cubes)
- 1 can tomato sauce, non-seasoned (29 oz)
- 1 can tomato sauce, non-seasoned (8 oz)
- 1 can kidney beans, not drained (15.5 oz)
- 1 can pinto beans, not drained (15 oz)
- 1/2 can non-seasoned chili beans, not drained (16 oz can)
- 1 medium onion, diced
- 2 medium green chili peppers, seeded diced very fine
- 1 medium green bell pepper, seeded and diced fine
- 1/2 medium red bell pepper, seeded and diced fine
- 1-2 medium jalapeno pepper, seeded and diced fine
- 1 stalk celery, diced
- 1 can diced tomatoes, non-seasoned (14.5 oz)
- 3 teaspoons ground cumin
- 5 tablespoons chili powder, divided
- few dash hot sauce (like Tabasco or Texas Pete)
- 2 teaspoons ground black pepper
- 2 teaspoons salt
- 2-3 cups water
- 1 cup shredded cheddar cheese, to top
- 1 - chopped green onion, to top
How To Make double the fun chili
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Step 1Cook the ground beef in a skillet until done and drain well. -
Step 2In a large pot, cook the cubed sirloin until done. Drain any excess fat.
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Step 3Add the cooked ground beef and 1 Tbsp chili powder and a dash of salt to the pot. Stir together.
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Step 4Add the diced onions, chili peppers, green bell pepper, red bell pepper, jalapeno, and celery.
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Step 5Add the cans of tomato sauce and diced tomatoes.
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Step 6Stir in 2-3 cups of water.
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Step 7Add the remaining chili powder, cumin, black pepper, and salt.
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Step 8Add the canned beans and a few dashes of hot sauce. Stir well.
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Step 9Bring to a low boil/simmer on low heat. Cover and cook for about 2 1/2 to 3 hours stirring occasionally.
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Step 10Serve hot. If desired, top with shredded cheddar cheese, diced green onion, and a side of cornbread or tortilla chips.
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Step 11***Note*** If you don't want too much kick, only use one jalapeno and omit the hot sauce. But, add another 1/2 to 1 Tbsp of chili powder. Also, start with just 2 cups of water. If it is still too thick slowly add the remaining water until it reaches desired consistency. This recipe can also be done in a large Crock Pot. Follow the directions, but cook on low heat setting for 4-6 hours; stirring occasionally.
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