Dad'S Best Chili Recipe

Name: Dad'S Best Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 lbs bulk Italian sausage; 1 1/2 lbs ground beef; 1 green pepper, diced; 1 large onion, diced; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 2 small chili peppers, seeded & diced (optional extra heat); 2 beef bouillon cubes; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dry mustard; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder; 3 dried bay leaves; 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, include liquid; 8 ounces ale (optional); 2 (40 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained & rinsed; 2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans black beans, drained & rinsed; 1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies

Servings: persons

1 1/2 lbs bulk Italian sausage
1 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 green pepper, diced
1 large onion, diced
4 garlic cloves, minced
2 small chili peppers, seeded & diced (optional extra heat)
2 beef bouillon cubes
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon dry mustard
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 tablespoons curry powder
3 dried bay leaves
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
2 (28 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, include liquid
8 ounces ale (optional)
2 (40 ounce) cans kidney beans, drained & rinsed
2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans black beans, drained & rinsed
1 (4 ounce) can diced green chilies

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In a large 6-8 quart stock pot, brown the sausage and ground beef together, adding the diced green pepper and onion in the last 5 minutes or so.
2
Add the bouillon cubes, garlic, diced chili pepper (if used), tomato paste, and all seasonings EXCEPT bay leaves. Stir well until completely mixed.
3
Stir in the diced tomatoes (including liquid), canned diced green chilis, ale or stout (if used), and the bay leaves. Then carefully mix in the kidney and black beans being careful not to mash the beans.
4
Simmer on low for at least 45 minutes, up to 2 hours. Be careful not to burn the bottom.
5
Serve with crackers and shredded cheddar cheese; add a splash of pepper sauce if you like it HOT.
6
This recipe makes about 6 quarts of chili that tastes even better the second day, and withstands freezing very well.
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NOTE:
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If using dried beans, adjust the recipe as follows:
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1 lb. + 1 cup dried kidney beans.
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1 cup dried black beans.
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3 Tblsp sugar.
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11/2 Tblsp salt ADDITIONAL to recipe.
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Dried beans must be soaked overnight and PRECOOKED BEFORE being added to chili (simmer black beans for 45 minutes, kidney beans for 1 hr 45 minutes.

882

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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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 lbs bulk Italian sausage, 1 1/2 lbs ground beef, 1 green pepper, diced, 1 large onion, diced, and more.

Yes, Dad'S Best 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!

Dad'S Best Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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