Tom's Chili Recipe

Name: Tom's Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb. ground beef; 1 lb. hot Italian sausage; 1 tbsp. salt; 4 jalapenos, stemmed and quartered; 9 garlic cloves; 1/3 cup olive oil; 5 cups finely chopped onion; 1/3 cup md. hot crushed, dried chilies (like New Mexico, Chipotle; combination); 2-1/2 tbsp. ground roasted cumin seeds; 1-1/2 tbsp. dried oregano; 1 tbsp. dried majoram; 1 tbsp. fresh ground pepper; 5 cups low salt beef broth; 2 cups canned crushed tomatoes in puree; 6 lg. pablano chilis, roasted, peeled, seeded and chopped; 3 tbsp. masa harina; yellow corn meal; 4-1/2 cup cooked and drained beans

Servings: persons

3 lb. ground beef
1 lb. hot Italian sausage
1 tbsp. salt
4 jalapenos, stemmed and quartered
9 garlic cloves
1/3 cup olive oil
5 cups finely chopped onion
1/3 cup md. hot crushed, dried chilies (like New Mexico, Chipotle
combination)
2-1/2 tbsp. ground roasted cumin seeds
1-1/2 tbsp. dried oregano
1 tbsp. dried majoram
1 tbsp. fresh ground pepper
5 cups low salt beef broth
2 cups canned crushed tomatoes in puree
6 lg. pablano chilis, roasted, peeled, seeded and chopped
3 tbsp. masa harina
yellow corn meal
4-1/2 cup cooked and drained beans

1
Brown ground beef and Italian sausage with salt.
2
In food processor, combine jalapenos and garlic until finely chopped.
3
Heat oil in heavy stock pot, add jalapeno/garlic, onions, powdered chilies, cumin, oregano, marjoram and black pepper.
4
Cover and cook for 15 minutes stirring and scrapping the bottom often.
5
Add meat mixture (including juices) with beef broth and crushed tomatoes.
6
Bring to boil then simmer uncovered, stirring occasionally for 1 hour.
7
Now stir in the chopped green poblanos and simmer another 30 minutes.
8
Remove from heat, let stand for 5 minutes.
9
Skim fat from service, reserving 4-6 tbsp.
10
to combine with the masa harina in a bowl.
11
Add the paste back into the chili then add the cooked or canned beans and re-warm.
12
Then add condiments like chopped onions, tomatoes, black olives, sour cream, grated cheese, etc.

1918

kcal

Calories

101

Fat

172

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

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 19 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb. ground beef, 1 lb. hot Italian sausage, 1 tbsp. salt, 4 jalapenos, stemmed and quartered, and more.

Yes, Tom's 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!

Tom's Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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