Chili (Real Texas Chili) Recipe

Name: Chili (Real Texas Chili)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb lean beef; 1 lb breakfast sausage (NOT links); 6 tablespoons chili powder; 1 tablespoon ground cumin; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 large white onion, finely chopped; 3 garlic cloves (minced); 3/4 teaspoon Mexican oregano (dry); 1 teaspoon salt; 1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional); 2 tablespoons masa harina flour or 2 tablespoons cornmeal; 8 ounces water

Servings: persons

1 lb lean beef
1 lb breakfast sausage (NOT links)
6 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
2 teaspoons paprika
1 large white onion, finely chopped
3 garlic cloves (minced)
3/4 teaspoon Mexican oregano (dry)
1 teaspoon salt
1 1/2 teaspoons cayenne pepper (optional)
2 tablespoons masa harina flour or 2 tablespoons cornmeal
8 ounces water

1
The sausage used for this recipe is pork country style like Jimmy Dean or Owens roll etcetera.
2
Brown meat and onion together in a large 12 inch skillet and drain well. For even lower fat rinse meat with hot water, drain and place back in skillet.
3
Add remaining ingredients into a mixing bowl then stir in 8 ounces of water mixing well, now blend well in with meat and onion mixture.
4
Simmer 30 minutes. You can simmer for hours if you want, just stir every 30 minutes.
5
Chow down.
6
This is great by itself or to make nachos, top cheese enchiladas, frito pie, quite good rolled in a flour tortilla with cheddar etc -- .

457

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Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* 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.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb lean beef, 1 lb breakfast sausage (NOT links), 6 tablespoons chili powder, 1 tablespoon ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Chili (Real Texas 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!

Chili (Real Texas Chili)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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