"Mike'S Famous Chili" Recipe

Name: "Mike'S Famous Chili"
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb. beef roast; 1/2 lb. thick sliced bacon; 3 to 4 stalks celery, chopped; 4 small onions, chopped; 2 green peppers, chopped; chopped jalapenos (to taste, optional); chili brick; 1 large can tomatoes, chopped; 12 oz. tomato paste; 1/4 c. cumin; 1/4 c. chili powder; 1 Tbsp. soy sauce; 1 Tbsp. black pepper; 1 Tbsp. garlic powder or 3 chopped cloves; 2 large cans Brooks chili hot beans

Servings: persons

3 lb. beef roast
1/2 lb. thick sliced bacon
3 to 4 stalks celery, chopped
4 small onions, chopped
2 green peppers, chopped
chopped jalapenos (to taste, optional)
chili brick
1 large can tomatoes, chopped
12 oz. tomato paste
1/4 c. cumin
1/4 c. chili powder
1 Tbsp. soy sauce
1 Tbsp. black pepper
1 Tbsp. garlic powder or 3 chopped cloves
2 large cans Brooks chili hot beans

1
Prepare meat one day ahead.
2
Spice roast with chili powder and cumin.
3
Cook in crock-pot (with enough water to cover meat) overnight (8 or more hours).
4
Shred cooked beef with fork.
5
Remove excess fat.
6
Place prepared beef in large pot.
7
Cut bacon into squares and fry.
8
When crisp, remove from grease with slotted spoon and add to beef.
9
To bacon grease, add onions, peppers and celery. Saute until tender, adding at least 1 tablespoon soy sauce.
10
Drain vegetables and discard grease.
11
Add vegetables, chili brick, tomatoes and juice, tomato paste, cumin, chili powder, soy sauce, black pepper and garlic to meat mixture.
12
Stir until well blended and heat.
13
Add chili beans.
14
Skim off any fat from top.
15
Simmer to blend flavors.
16
Chili is even better if reheated the next day.

1357

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

120

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

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 15 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb. beef roast, 1/2 lb. thick sliced bacon, 3 to 4 stalks celery, chopped, 4 small onions, chopped, and more.

Yes, "Mike'S Famous 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!

"Mike'S Famous Chili"

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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