Tommy'S Hamburger Chili Sauce Recipe

Name: Tommy'S Hamburger Chili Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 lb ground beef, not lean; 1/4 cup flour, plus; 1 1/4 cups flour; 1 1/3 cups beef broth; 4 cups water; 3 teaspoons chili powder; 2 tablespoons grated then chopped fine carrots; 1 tablespoon white vinegar; 2 tablespoons dried onion flakes; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon granulated sugar; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

Servings: persons

1 lb ground beef, not lean
1/4 cup flour, plus
1 1/4 cups flour
1 1/3 cups beef broth
4 cups water
3 teaspoons chili powder
2 tablespoons grated then chopped fine carrots
1 tablespoon white vinegar
2 tablespoons dried onion flakes
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon granulated sugar
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder

1
In a large saucepan brown meat over medium heat, crumbling as you cook.
2
Pour meat in to a strainer over a bowl.
3
Reserve 1/2 cup fat and return meat to saucepan.
4
In a medium saucepan heat fat over medium heat.
5
When hot whisk in the 1/4 cup flour.
6
Reduce heat to medium low, and continue to cook until a rich caramel color is reached, around 15 minutes.
7
Add beef broth and whisk well.
8
Remove from heat.
9
In the meat saucepan add water to the cooked beef.
10
Whisk in remaining flour.
11
Add the roux/broth and remaining ingredients.
12
Heat to medium high stirring often.
13
Once a gentle boil is reached, reduce to medium low and simmer for 20 minutes, again, stirring often.
14
Remove from heat and let stand 30 minutes to thicken.

472

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* 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

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 lb ground beef, not lean, 1/4 cup flour, plus, 1 1/4 cups flour, 1 1/3 cups beef broth, and more.

Yes, Tommy'S Hamburger Chili Sauce 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!

Tommy'S Hamburger Chili Sauce

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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