Ignorance Is Bliss Chili Recipe

Name: Ignorance Is Bliss Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 pound London broil, trimmed and diced; 1 pound center cut pork loin, trimmed and diced; 3 slices of bacon, coarsely chopped; 4 ounces ground Sicilian sausage or hot sausage; 2 cups coarsely chopped onion; 2 cups finely chopped onion; 2 cups coarsely chopped green or red pepper; 5 tablespoons chopped garlic; 1 small jar medium-hot chilies; 3 (6 oz.) cans of tomato paste; 1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes; 1 medium can of pinto beans; 1 cup bar-b-que sauce; 1 teaspoon hot sauce; Juice of 1 lime; 1 tablespoon of molasses; 1/4 cup butter; 2 tablespoons peanut oil-divided; 3 cups water; 1/4 teaspoon powdered cloves; 1/2 teaspoon pepper; 1 teaspoon sage; 1 teaspoon basil; 1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes; 1 teaspoon cinnamon; 1 tablespoon cilantro; 4 tablespoons chili powder

Servings: persons

1 pound London broil, trimmed and diced
1 pound center cut pork loin, trimmed and diced
3 slices of bacon, coarsely chopped
4 ounces ground Sicilian sausage or hot sausage
2 cups coarsely chopped onion
2 cups finely chopped onion
2 cups coarsely chopped green or red pepper
5 tablespoons chopped garlic
1 small jar medium-hot chilies
3 (6 oz.) cans of tomato paste
1 (28 oz.) can crushed tomatoes
1 medium can of pinto beans
1 cup bar-b-que sauce
1 teaspoon hot sauce
Juice of 1 lime
1 tablespoon of molasses
1/4 cup butter
2 tablespoons peanut oil-divided
3 cups water
1/4 teaspoon powdered cloves
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 teaspoon sage
1 teaspoon basil
1 1/2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon cinnamon
1 tablespoon cilantro
4 tablespoons chili powder

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Add 1 tablespoon peanut oil to a five quart pot over medium-high heat.
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Add the butter and the coarsely chopped onion and cook until carmelized.
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Once carmelized, add the beef, pork, bacon and sausage, stirring occasionally until browned.
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Add the lime juice, stir, and reduce the heat to medium.
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Add the garlic and 2 cans of tomato paste, stir, and let simmer for 20 minutes.
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Increase the heat to medium-high, stir in remaining peanut oil, finely chopped onion, red or green peppers, chilies, tomato paste, crushed tomatos, bar-b-que sauce, all dry spices, and 3 cups of water.
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Stir, cover, and let cook for twenty minutes.
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Reduce heat to medium-low, stir and cook for forty minutes stirring often.
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Increase heat to medium, stir in pinto beans, hot sauce, and molasses, cover and cook for thirty minutes.
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Serve with choices of sour cream, cheddar cheese, chopped onion or fresh horseradish.
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ENJOY!
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1752

kcal

Calories

154

Fat

Carbs

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.

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

My Personal Notes

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

You need 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 pound London broil, trimmed and diced, 1 pound center cut pork loin, trimmed and diced, 3 slices of bacon, coarsely chopped, 4 ounces ground Sicilian sausage or hot sausage, and more.

Yes, Ignorance Is Bliss 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.

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Ignorance Is Bliss Chili

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