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Award-Winning Chili Cook-Off Recipe

A hearty, crowd-pleasing chili that has won over 600 chili cook-offs, featuring ground beef, spicy sausage, jalapeños, Hatch green chilies, and a blend of tomatoes and beans. This recipe is rich, spicy, and perfect for feeding a crowd.

MediumAmericanServes 12

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Source Video
21m
Prep
1h 56m
Cook
16m
Cleanup
2h 33m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$46.90
Per serving:$3.91

Critical Success Points

  • Brown the ground beef thoroughly and drain excess fat.
  • Do not drain the sausage fat after cooking; it adds flavor.
  • Simmer the chili covered for the full hour before adding beans.
  • Simmer again after adding beans for 30 minutes to meld flavors.

Safety Warnings

  • Use caution when draining hot fat to avoid burns.
  • Wear gloves when handling jalapeños to prevent skin irritation.
  • Keep pot handles turned inward to avoid accidental spills.

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