Blazing 8 Chili Recipe

Name: Blazing 8 Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef; 1 can hormel chili with beans; 1 (15 ounce) can chili beans, rinsed; 1 (15 ounce) can whole tomatoes; 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce; 2 (8 ounce) cans tomato paste; 1 habanero pepper, finely chopped; 1 medium onion, finely chopped; 3 tablespoons masa harina flour (corn flour); 2 -3 tablespoons dried chipotle powder; 10 -½ tablespoons chili powder; 1 -2 teaspoon garlic powder; salt and pepper; cayenne pepper; shredded cheddar cheese (optional); sour cream (optional); chopped green onion (optional)

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef
1 can hormel chili with beans
1 (15 ounce) can chili beans, rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can whole tomatoes
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato sauce
2 (8 ounce) cans tomato paste
1 habanero pepper, finely chopped
1 medium onion, finely chopped
3 tablespoons masa harina flour (corn flour)
2 -3 tablespoons dried chipotle powder
10 -½ tablespoons chili powder
1 -2 teaspoon garlic powder
salt and pepper
cayenne pepper
shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
sour cream (optional)
chopped green onion (optional)

1
Heat skillet over medium heat (hot enough to get a sizzle from the meat).
2
Brown ground beef.
3
Drain fat.
4
Return meat to large stockpot.
5
Add Hormel Chili, chili beans, tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste, habanero pepper and chopped onion.
6
Stir in masa, chipotle pepper powder, chili powder and garlic powder.
7
Add salt, pepper and cayenne pepper to taste.
8
Simmer over medium heat for 1 hour.
9
(Note: the longer chili simmers, the hotter it becomes.)
10
Serve in soup bowls with optional garnishes.

563

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, 1 can hormel chili with beans, 1 (15 ounce) can chili beans, rinsed, 1 (15 ounce) can whole tomatoes, and more.

Yes, Blazing 8 Chili falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Blazing 8 Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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