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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.
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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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