Carol'S Chili Recipe

Name: Carol'S Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 6 slices bacon; 1 1/2 lb. Eckrich kielbasa sausage, cut in slices, then cut in half; 1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef; 1 large onion, cut in chunks; 1 bell pepper, cut in chunks; 1/2 jalapeno pepper, diced; 2 cloves garlic, minced; 2 c. dark red wine; 1/2 c. Worcestershire sauce; 1 tsp. mustard; 1 tsp. celery seed; 1 1/2 tsp. chili powder; 1/2 tsp. salt; 1 1/2 tsp. pepper; 6 c. Italian tomatoes; 1 (15 oz.) can pinto beans; 1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans; 1 (15 oz.) can garbanzo beans

Servings: persons

6 slices bacon
1 1/2 lb. Eckrich kielbasa sausage, cut in slices, then cut in half
1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef
1 large onion, cut in chunks
1 bell pepper, cut in chunks
1/2 jalapeno pepper, diced
2 cloves garlic, minced
2 c. dark red wine
1/2 c. Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp. mustard
1 tsp. celery seed
1 1/2 tsp. chili powder
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tsp. pepper
6 c. Italian tomatoes
1 (15 oz.) can pinto beans
1 (15 oz.) can kidney beans
1 (15 oz.) can garbanzo beans

1
Brown bacon and sausage.
2
Set aside.
3
Brown beef and drain. Cook onion, pepper, garlic and jalapeno pepper over low heat for 2 to 3 minutes.
4
Stir in wine and Worcestershire sauce.
5
Simmer 10 minutes.
6
Mash tomatoes.
7
Add tomatoes and juice and all meats to onion mixture.
8
Heat to boiling.
9
Reduce heat and simmer 1/2 hour, covered.
10
Stir in all beans.
11
Cover and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

884

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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

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

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 18 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 6 slices bacon, 1 1/2 lb. Eckrich kielbasa sausage, cut in slices, then cut in half, 1 1/2 lb. lean ground beef, 1 large onion, cut in chunks, and more.

Yes, Carol'S 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!

Carol'S Chili

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