Best 8 Firehouse Chili Mac Iris Recipes

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Are you ready for a taste of heaven? Firehouse Chili Mac is a dish that will tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving for more. It's the perfect combination of hearty and flavorful, with a kick of heat that will warm you from the inside out. This classic dish is elevated with the addition of pasta, making it a complete and satisfying meal. In this article, we'll take you on a culinary journey with three variations of this beloved recipe: the Classic Firehouse Chili Mac, a Vegetarian Chili Mac, and a Slow Cooker Chili Mac. Each recipe adds a unique twist to the original, ensuring that there's something for everyone. So, grab your apron and get ready to create a dish that will become a family favorite.

Here are our top 8 tried and tested recipes!

FIREHOUSE CHILI



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Provided by Food Network

Time 50m

Yield 10 to 15 servings

Number Of Ingredients 23

12 ounces tomato paste
16 ounces tomato sauce
1 (24-ounce) can kidney beans, drained
3 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons cumin
1/2 cup chili powder
2 tablespoons parsley
2 teaspoons oregano
1 (24-ounce) can pork and beans
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1 (24-ounce) can chili hot beans
1 tablespoon chipotle powder
1 teaspoon habenero chile powder
4 whole red habaneros
6 jalapenos
2 New Mexican chiles
1/2 pound elbow macaroni or spaghetti
1 pound steak, cut of choice
1 pound ground beef
1 pound ground pork
1/2 (12-ounce) can or bottle of beer

Steps:

  • In a large kettle on low simmer combine tomato paste, tomato sauce, kidney beans, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, parsley, oregano, pork and beans, salt, pepper, chili hot beans, chipotle powder, habenero powder, habaneros, jalapenos, New Mexico chiles, and dry pasta and bring to a simmer. While that is simmering, grill the steak, and brown the pork and beef in a large saute pan. Drain the meat, season to taste, and add to sauce. Add the beer and cook for 30 minutes. Serve with crackers and cheese.
  • Serving suggestions: crackers and cheese.

THREE-ALARM ITALIAN STYLE CHILI MAC



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Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 40m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 pound penne pasta or cavatappi (hollow pasta spirals)
Salt
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil, 2 turns of the pan
1 1/2 pounds ground sirloin
2 tablespoons chili powder, 2 palmfuls
Black pepper
1 onion, chopped
1 cubanelle pepper, seeded and chopped
1 red bell pepper, seeded and chopped
3 to 4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 cup beef stock
1 (28-ounce) can fire roasted crushed tomatoes
Handful basil leaves, torn
2 cups shredded smoked Cheddar or scamorza (smoked aged mozzarella)

Steps:

  • Cook pasta in salted water until al dente. Preheat broiler to high.
  • Meanwhile, heat a deep skillet over medium high heat with extra-virgin olive oil. When oil ripples or smokes, crumble beef and brown, 5 to 6 minutes. Season the meat with chili powder, salt and pepper. When meat has browned, add onions, peppers and garlic. Cook vegetables until soft, 6 to 7 minutes. Add stock and scrape up pan drippings. Stir in crushed tomatoes, simmer sauce 10 minutes and fold in basil. Drain pasta and add to sauce. Toss to combine and transfer to a flameproof casserole dish. Cover with cheese and brown under broiler 3 to 4 minutes.

FIREHOUSE CHILI MAC, IRIS



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Really, really didn't feel like cooking today, I had a variety of sausages in the fridge, Hamburger Helper Bold to the rescue. Adding onions, garlic, cumin, and other seasonings set it off nicely, be advised, this recipe has some heat, to cut back on it replace Scott Petersen hot links with something milder.Our garnishes were...

Provided by iris mccall

Categories     Casseroles

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 10

5 parker house polish sausage
3 scott petersen hot links
1 ekrich turkey smoke sausage link
2 Tbsp garlic, minced
1 large onion, chopped
2 roma tomatoes, seeded and chopped
1 tsp paprika, smoked
1/2 tsp cumin
1/4 c brown sugar
2 6.1oz hamburger helper bold, firehouse chili mac

Steps:

  • 1. In large skillet brown all sausage well, set aside to cool. Mince onions and garlic in processor.
  • 2. Heat 1/4 cup of evoo in skillet, add the onions and garlic, lower heat, and add brown sugar, cumin, and roma tomatoes. Stirring to combine.
  • 3. Add both packages of Hamburger Helper according to the directions on package. Let simmer until all is thickened and bubbly
  • 4. Top with cheese of your choice, chopped onion, tomatoes and sour cream or French onion dip . Garlic bread, and salad.

THE ULTIMATE FIREHOUSE CHILI RECIPE



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I saw this recipe online some four or five years ago, modded it each time that I made it, and eventually came to the below listed version as my personal favorite. Seems as though it won some contest in California. Could be wrong on that, but that is all I remember. I love it. Maybe one of you all will like it too. Tips. The type of beer is up to you. The coffee, I use a dark roast or espresso. Decaf or regular, I just use what is around. Make sure not to use pickled red peppers. They need to be preserved in salt and water only. Preferably charred before being jarred. More details - please mince the poblanos and serranos, and rough chop the onion. Use an old, angry, bitter onion. I am serious.

Provided by Chef Valbowski

Categories     Steak

Time 10h

Yield 12 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 27

12 ounces tomato paste
16 ounces tomato sauce
1 (24 ounce) can red kidney beans
3 tablespoons garlic powder
2 tablespoons onion powder
2 tablespoons cumin
1 tablespoon dried ancho chile powder
1/3 cup chili powder
2 tablespoons dried parsley
2 teaspoons oregano
2 teaspoons dried marjoram
2 teaspoons ground thyme
1 (24 ounce) can pork and beans
1 teaspoon sea salt
1 tablespoon ground pepper
1 (24 ounce) can chili hot beans
1 teaspoon habanero sauce
6 serrano peppers
1 poblano pepper
2 (12 ounce) jars red peppers
4 tablespoons garlic paste
1 onion
1 lb steak, sliced thin
1 lb hot Italian sausage
1 lb ground beef
1 lb ground pork
12 ounces beer

Steps:

  • In a large crock pot set on low, combine tomato paste, tomato sauce, kidney beans, garlic powder, onion powder, cumin, chili powder, parsley, oregano, pork and beans, salt, pepper, chili hot beans, habenero sauce, serranos, Poblano chiles, and dry pasta (optional) and bring to a simmer. While that is simmering, in an oven set to 300 degrees, heat the steak, the pork and beef in a large pan- swimming in several cups of coffee, and bake about an hour and half. While that is in the oven, brown the sausages. Drain the meat, season to taste with whatever herbs and spices you want, bring to the burner and brown lightly in a large pan. Drain the meat, season once more and add to the rest of the items waiting in the crock pot. Add the beer and cook on the keep warm setting in the crock pot overnite.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 624.1, Fat 28.9, SaturatedFat 10.3, Cholesterol 108.8, Sodium 1499, Carbohydrate 47.8, Fiber 13.6, Sugar 9, Protein 44.4

FIREHOUSE CHILI



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As one of the cooks at the firehouse, I used to prepare meals for 10 men. This firehouse chili recipe was among their favorites. -Richard Clements, San Dimas, California

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner     Lunch

Time 1h50m

Yield 16 servings (4 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

2 tablespoons canola oil
4 pounds lean ground beef (90% lean)
2 medium onions, chopped
1 medium green pepper, chopped
4 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained
3 cans (28 ounces each) stewed tomatoes, cut up
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons ground coriander
2 tablespoons ground cumin
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, heat canola oil over medium heat. Brown beef in batches, crumbling meat, until no longer pink; drain and set aside. Add onions and green pepper; cook until tender. Return meat to Dutch oven. Stir in remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, covered, until flavors are blended, about 1-1/2 hours.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 354 calories, Fat 12g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 71mg cholesterol, Sodium 657mg sodium, Carbohydrate 32g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 8g fiber), Protein 31g protein. Diabetic Exchanges

BARBEQUE CHILI MAC, IRIS'S



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This is warmth and comfort on a cold day. My boys and I settle in with a good movie and a bowl of this chili mac, dicussing the finer points of "The Lorax" or a good belching competition... hey you were a kid once too remember??

Provided by iris mccall @irislynn

Categories     Beef

Number Of Ingredients 12

- kosher salt and fresh black pepper
1 pound(s) corkscrew pasta, cooked and drained
1 tablespoon(s) olive oil
4 slice(s) bacon, cooked ,drained, and diced
1&1/2 pound(s) lean ground beef
3 tablespoon(s) tomato paste
1&1/2 cup(s) sweet & tangy barbeque sauce, i use famous daves'
1 can(s) 14 oz. crushed tomatoes
1 can(s) 28oz. diced tomatos, including juice
1 can(s) 15 oz pinto beans
1 package(s) ranch dressing mix
- green onions, sour cream, & heddar cheese to garnish

Steps:

  • Gather ingredients. Cook pasta according to the package directions. Drain pasta and toss with olive oil.
  • Cook bacon in large Dutch oven over medium heat until it is just lightly crisp and the fat is rendering. toss in onion, jalapeno, and garlic and sauté until tender. Add the beef to the veggies to brown breaking up with a wooden spoon. Throw in the tomato paste and stir to blend.
  • Stir in barbeque sauce, crushed and diced tomatos and beans, plus ranch seasoning and simmer for 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend. Taste and adjust seasoning as desired. add salt and pepper if needed. Add pasta to meat mixture and stir. Serve hot with condiments.
  • all my prep times are based on what I do by hand, if you have a food processor, it'll be quicker. enjoy!!

THE BEST FIREHOUSE CHILI



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A friend gave this recipe to me and she got it off the internet as it was very similar to her husband's chile who happens to be a fire man. Refrigerate over night in pot before eating. Not essential, but I think it tastes better, as all of the ingredients blend and meld together nicely.

Provided by SueVM

Categories     Meat

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 lbs ground beef or 2 lbs ground turkey
2 (28 ounce) cans crushed tomatoes, juice included
2 (28 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans (or 1 can red beans and 1 can of pinto beans)
1 (12 ounce) bottle pilsner beer (or of your choice)
4 -6 stalks green onions, chopped
4 fresh garlic cloves, minced
1 large red bell pepper, diced
2 jalapenos (stemmed, seeded, and minced) or 2 serrano peppers (stemmed, seeded, and minced)
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon cayenne powder
1 1/2 tablespoons dried oregano
1 tablespoon adobo seasoning
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon salt (or to taste)
1/4 cup water (or stock to thin out adding more if necessary)

Steps:

  • In a skillet, brown the ground meat, remove and drain well. In the same pan fry the onions, garlic, and peppers, until the onions are translucent and peppers begin to wilt.
  • In a large stew pot or Dutch oven, add meat and vegetables and stir over low heat.
  • Add spices and seasonings, stir.
  • Add crushed tomatoes.
  • Add kidney beans that have been drained and rinsed.
  • Add beer, stir.
  • Add water or stock (if needed) until desired consistency is reached.
  • Bring to a boil, reduce heat to low.
  • Simmer for approximately 1 ½ - 2 hours, stirring every so often.
  • Serve over rice with a dollop of sour cream and shredded cheese.

FIREHOUSE CHILI



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This is an excellent chili recipe. My husband is a chili lover and requests this about once a week in the Winter. It's a little on the hot/spicy side but you can adjust the amount of seasonings if you want it milder. I like to serve this with cornbread muffins and/or crackers. (Estimated prep time. Although it calls for cooking the chili 2 hours you can cook it on low for several hours).

Provided by Anita Harris

Categories     Meat

Time 2h30m

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 1/2 lbs ground beef (for the diet concious you can also use ground turkey)
1 large onion, chopped
1 fresh garlic clove, minced
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
1/4 teaspoon cayenne
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1/4 teaspoon ground oregano
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 (8 ounce) cans Ro-Tel tomatoes, undrained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 (16 ounce) cans dark red kidney beans, undrained
5 1/2 ounces tomato juice

Steps:

  • Heat oil in a large pot. Brown together ground beef, onion and garlic; drain well.
  • Add all the spices along with the Ro-tel tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans and tomato juice. Mix well and bring to a boil.
  • Simmer 1/2 hour uncovered and 1-1/2 hours covered. (If too thick you can add additional tomato juice or water).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 390, Fat 17.2, SaturatedFat 5.6, Cholesterol 57.8, Sodium 959.1, Carbohydrate 33.3, Fiber 10, Sugar 3.2, Protein 27.1

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients. This will make a big difference in the flavor of your chili mac.
  • Brown the ground beef and sausage thoroughly. This will help to develop flavor and prevent the meat from becoming greasy.
  • Use a variety of beans. This will give your chili mac a more complex flavor and texture.
  • Add plenty of spices. Chili mac should have a bold flavor, so don't be afraid to add plenty of spices.
  • Simmer the chili mac for at least 30 minutes. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
  • Serve the chili mac with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include shredded cheese, sour cream, and green onions.

Conclusion:

Firehouse chili mac is a delicious and hearty dish that is perfect for a cold day. It is easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. So next time you are looking for a quick and easy meal, give firehouse chili mac a try. You won't be disappointed!

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