My mom has the best chili recipe, and I am so happy to share it with you. If you enjoy an easy recipe packed with a lot of meat and simple flavoring, this is for you. It’s so good that even my two pickiest eaters love this chili. Come check it out!
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My mom has been making this recipe for years. I can remember enjoying it as a child, and now in my adult years, we are all still loving the taste of this chili. I am so excited to share with you her recipe today!
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Ingredients for the best chili recipe:
- 2 lbs ground chuck beef
- 1 lb turkey sausage, sliced (optional)
- 1 large white onion, chopped
- 1 large can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 large can (27 oz) Bush’s Best pinto chili beans in mild sauce
- Salt, pepper, vegetable oil
- Hot sauce (optional)
Toppings for the best chili recipe:
Sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions
Directions for the best chili recipe:
- Brown ground chuck in vegetable oil (2-3 Tbsp) in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions, salt, pepper, and turkey sausage (optional) as chuck browns. Stir frequently to keep from sticking.
- Drain oil from mixture.
- Over medium-low heat, add crushed tomatoes to the meat mixture and low simmer for 5-8 minutes. Add pinto chili beans and continue simmering for 10-15 minutes.
- Serve with toppings of sour cream, cheese, green onions. Add hot sauce if desired.
This recipe makes about four servings. Enjoy!
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Protips for cooking chili:
- Flavor Layers: Build flavor by starting with sautéed onions and garlic, then adding ground meat and spices gradually. Let each layer cook before adding more.
- Slow Simmer: Cook your chili slowly to let flavors meld and intensify. This also makes the meat tender for a delicious taste.
- Balance Heat: Taste as you go when adding spicy elements. Adjust heat levels with sweetness (like brown sugar) and acidity (such as a squeeze of lime) for a well-rounded flavor.
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The Best Chili Recipe
My mom has been making this recipe for years. I can remember enjoying it as a child, and now in my adult years, we are all still loving the taste of this chili. I am so excited to share with you her recipe today!
Ingredients
- 2 lbs ground chuck beef
- 1 lb turkey sausage, sliced (optional)
- 1 large white onion, chopped
- 1 large can (28 oz) crushed tomatoes
- 1 large can (27 oz) Bush’s Best pinto chili beans in mild sauce
- Salt, pepper, vegetable oil
- Hot sauce (optional)
Instructions
- Brown ground chuck in vegetable oil (2-3
Tbsp) in a large pot over medium heat. Add chopped onions, salt, pepper,
and turkey sausage (optional) as chuck browns. Stir frequently to keep from sticking. - Drain oil from mixture.
- Over medium-low heat, add crushed tomatoes to the meat mixture and low simmer for 5-8 minutes. Add pinto chili
beans and continue simmering for 10-15 minutes. - Serve with toppings of sour cream, cheese, green onions. Add hot sauce if desired.
Notes
Toppings: Sour cream, shredded cheddar cheese, chopped green onions
Want to try our family’s venison chili recipe? Check it out below!
Venison Delight: Cozy Crock Pot Chili Recipe
Ingredients:
- A couple of pounds of venison
- 1 can red kidney beans with juice (full size)
- 1 can fire-roasted diced tomatoes (small)
- 1 can chipotle peppers with juice (small, whole)
- 1 whole onion
- 1 green pepper
- 1 red/orange pepper
- 3-4 garlic cloves, minced
- Olive oil
- Red wine vinegar
- Salt, black pepper, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, white pepper, cayenne pepper
Instructions:
- Brown venison, then move to the crock pot.
- Dice and sauté onion, green, and red/orange peppers until translucent. Add minced garlic and transfer to the crock pot.
- Combine venison, sautéed veggies, red kidney beans, fire-roasted diced tomatoes, and diced chipotle peppers in the crock pot.
- Optionally add water for more liquid. Mix well.
- Add red wine vinegar for some zest.
- Season to taste with salt, chili powder (3-4 tbsp each), black pepper, garlic powder, cumin (1-2 tbsp each), onion powder, white pepper (around 1 tbsp), and cayenne pepper (2-3 shakes).
- Mix thoroughly and thoroughly enjoy!!
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