Zesty Chili Recipe

Name: Zesty Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 12 lb bacon, chopped; 1 lb ground beef (15% fat free); 1 lb ground pork; 1 medium maui onion, chopped; 3 garlic cloves, minced; ½ cup water; 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper; 1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper; 1 bay leaf; 2 tablespoons chili powder (to taste); 2 teaspoons ground cumin; 1 teaspoon dried oregano; 1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed; 2 cups tomatoes, roughly chopped (or 14.5 oz canned tomatoes); 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste; 26 ounces beef stock; 1 small bell pepper, chopped; 1 teaspoon sugar (optional); 1 pinch sea salt (optional)

Servings: persons

12 lb bacon, chopped
1 lb ground beef (15% fat free)
1 lb ground pork
1 medium maui onion, chopped
3 garlic cloves, minced
½ cup water
1 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1 bay leaf
2 tablespoons chili powder (to taste)
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (16 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (16 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
2 cups tomatoes, roughly chopped (or 14.5 oz canned tomatoes)
1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
26 ounces beef stock
1 small bell pepper, chopped
1 teaspoon sugar (optional)
1 pinch sea salt (optional)

1
In a large, heavy pot, fry the bacon; stirring frequently, until browned and slightly crispy.
2
Drain all but 2 tablespoons of the fat.
3
Add the ground beef and pork, stirring occassionally until almost done.
4
Add onion and garlic, stirring occassionally, until onons are slightly tranluscent.
5
Add the water.
6
Bring to a boil, then lower heat to a simmer.
7
Add cayenne, black pepper, bay leaf, chili powder, cumin, oregano and fresh tomatoes.
8
Simmer for 20 minutes.
9
Add the remaining ingredients.
10
Simmer for another 30 minutes.
11
NOTE: When grocer is out of ground beef and/or pork, I purchase the pre-chopped meats used for stir-fry dishes and just chop them a bit more and use that.

8193

kcal

Calories

619

Fat

Carbs

556

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 20 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 12 lb bacon, chopped, 1 lb ground beef (15% fat free), 1 lb ground pork, 1 medium maui onion, chopped, and more.

Yes, Zesty 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.

Zesty Chili

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