Hamburger Chili-Basic@fund Raiser Dinner Recipe

Name: Hamburger Chili-Basic@fund Raiser Dinner
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 30 lbs hamburger, lean ground; 4 tablespoons Crisco; 2 lbs onions, chopped; 2 lbs bell peppers; 6 garlic cloves, minced; 9 lbs vegetables; 3 quarts corn kernels; 2 quarts chicken stock; 2 quarts water; 3 quarts tomato sauce; 2 cups cayenne powder; ¼ cup ground cumin; 2 tablespoons black pepper; 3 tablespoons salt; 3 lbs cheddar cheese, grated; 3 lbs white onions, chopped; 5 lbs dry beans, cooked; 5 lbs spaghetti, cooked; ¼ cup basil, garnish; 3 cups sour cream, topping; 3 lbs crackers

Servings: persons

30 lbs hamburger, lean ground
4 tablespoons Crisco
2 lbs onions, chopped
2 lbs bell peppers
6 garlic cloves, minced
9 lbs vegetables
3 quarts corn kernels
2 quarts chicken stock
2 quarts water
3 quarts tomato sauce
2 cups cayenne powder
¼ cup ground cumin
2 tablespoons black pepper
3 tablespoons salt
3 lbs cheddar cheese, grated
3 lbs white onions, chopped
5 lbs dry beans, cooked
5 lbs spaghetti, cooked
¼ cup basil, garnish
3 cups sour cream, topping
3 lbs crackers

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["Brown hamburger in crisco, drain, set aside.", "Can substitute 19 lbs.", "fresh pork sausage for 1/2 the hamburger.", "Using same pot and drippings, saute onions until light brown, add peppers, garlic and cook 1 or 2 minutes.", "ADD all vegetables, chicken stock, 1/2 of water and sauce.", "Bring to a full boil covered.", "Reduce heat to a 5 or 6 bubble simmer covered.", "Add 1/2 of spices and simmer covered 1 hour.", "ADD remainder of all water, sauces, spices and simmer uncovered 30 minutes.", "Prepare garnishes of cheese, onions, cooked beans, cooked spaghetti, basil, sour cream and crackers.", "Serve chili with spaghetti on bottom and chili on top=2Way Chili.", "Serve chili with spaghetti on bottom, chili on top, cheese on top=for 3Way Chili.", "Serve chili with spaghetti on bottom, chili on top, chhese and onions on top=4Way Chili.", "Serve chili with beans on bottom, then spaghetti, chili, cheese, onions=5Way Chili.", "Add other garnishes as desired for fully ""dressed chili""."]

8723

kcal

Calories

499

Fat

350

Carbs

758

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

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 30 lbs hamburger, lean ground, 4 tablespoons Crisco, 2 lbs onions, chopped, 2 lbs bell peppers, and more.

Yes, Hamburger Chili-Basic@fund Raiser Dinner 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!

Hamburger Chili-Basic@fund Raiser Dinner

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Variations & substitutions

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