Lady Bug Chili

1. 1

   Make 3 seasoning packets, as follows:

2. 2

   Packet #1: mix together 1 tablespoon onion powder, 2 teaspoons of garlic powder and 1 tablespoon of chili powder.

3. 3

   Packet #2: mix together 5 tablespoons of chili power, 2 teaspoons of cumin, black pepper, cayenne pepper, beef bullion and chicken bullion, brown sugar and adobo sauce.

4. 4

   Packet #3: mix together 2 teaspoons chili powder, 1 tsp cumin and salt.

5. 5

   In a 4-quart pot, brown the ground beef. After browning, drain the meat. Add back to pot along with 1 can of beef broth and the tomato sauce. Place 1 jalapeno pepper and 1 serrano pepper in the pot. Bring mixture to a boil and add packet #1.

6. 6

   Cover and simmer on medium-low heat for 1 hour. Remove peppers, squeeze juice into separate container and set aside. Replace lid and continue simmering meat mixture for another 15 minutes. Add packet #2.

7. 7

   Simmer, covered, for 30 minutes. Add the juice from the peppers and packet #3.

8. 8

   Cover and simmer for another 15-20 minutes.

9. 9

   Serve with chopped onions and grated cheese.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.