**Jens’ Famous Chili: A Taste of Comfort and Warmth**
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of Jens' Famous Chili, a culinary masterpiece that epitomizes comfort and warmth. This exceptional chili recipe is a harmonious blend of savory ground beef, tender beans, and a symphony of spices that create a taste sensation like no other. Whether you're a chili aficionado or seeking a hearty and flavorful dish to elevate your next gathering, Jens' Famous Chili is sure to satisfy even the most discerning palate. This versatile recipe offers two distinct variations – a classic version and a vegetarian alternative – ensuring that everyone can relish this culinary delight. Prepare to embark on a culinary journey where bold flavors dance on your taste buds, leaving you craving more with every spoonful.
AWARD-WINNING SWEET AND SPICY CHILI
This is an award-winning chili recipe! It does require a bit of prep work and the ingredients list is a mile long, but it's TOTALLY worth it! Sweet and spicy, this chili dish will soon become your go-to chili recipe for those cold, wintery nights.
Provided by Jen Woodhouse
Time 2h15m
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a medium skillet over medium heat, cook the bacon until crispy. Reserve the bacon grease for later.
- In a large Dutch oven, brown the beef and sausage over medium-high heat. Season with salt and pepper. Drain the grease and set the meat aside.
- In the same pot, drizzle about a tablespoon of the reserved bacon grease and sauté the diced peppers and onion. Season with salt, pepper, chili powder, cumin, and garlic powder and cook until translucent and tender, about 5-8 minutes.
- Add the beef and sausage back to the pot, then add the remaining ingredients: V-8, ketchup, tomatoes, kidney beans, brown sugar, lemon juice, worcestershire, vinegar, mustard, molasses, and sriracha. Mix well.
- Cover and simmer over low heat for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking. Add the bacon in the last 30 minutes of cooking.
- Add chili powder, garlic powder, cumin, salt and pepper to taste.
- Serve with bread or crackers and top with sour cream, cheese, or any of your favorite toppings. Enjoy!
JOHN'S CHILI
Good chili from the great ol' state of TEXAS. Hope you enjoy this favorite of our family.
Provided by JOHN MITSCHKE
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Soup Recipes Vegetable Soup Recipes
Time 5h45m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 20
Steps:
- Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Stir in the red bell pepper, yellow bell pepper, green bell pepper, orange bell pepper, onion, and celery. Cook until tender. Place pork and beef in the pot, and cook until evenly brown. Drain grease.
- Mix serrano chile peppers, diced tomatoes, green chile peppers, tomato paste, kidney beans, garlic, lime juice, tequila, and beer into the pot. Season with chili powder, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, and simmer 5 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 484.7 calories, Carbohydrate 30.5 g, Cholesterol 95.1 mg, Fat 21.7 g, Fiber 8.6 g, Protein 33.9 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 876.6 mg, Sugar 10.1 g
JIM'S AWARD-WINNING CHILI
I started this recipe a lot of years ago, and have changed and improved it (I hope) a lot of times. My mother recently made a batch with this recipe and entered it in a contest where it won (in Yuma, and I think they KNOW their chili down there!) What makes this great, I believe, is the use of almost all fresh ingredients, keeping canned items to a minimum. Using FRESH vegetables, I believe, is the real key, especially if they are certified organic! Depending on the specific jalapenos, it will be mild to medium spicy.
Provided by Jim N.
Categories Beans
Time 2h30m
Yield 32 cups, 32 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Brown the beef with the garlic.
- While the beef is browning, in an 8-quart pot add the beans, water, sugar, salt, black pepper, chili powder, and cumin, and set on stove at medium temp, stirring every few minutes to blend.
- Dice the tomatoes, green and red peppers, green onions, sweet onion, and add to the 8-quart pot, again, stirring frequently.
- Cut the jalapeno peppers into slices, add to about a cup of water and purée it, add to 8-quart pot, and continue to stir frequently.
- When the beef is coooked thoroughly and browned completely, add to the 8-quart pot.
- Bring to just short of a boil, then simmer for at LEAST 2 hours. Makes 8 Quarts.
JEN'S FAMOUS CHILI
Steps:
- Add beans, stock cube, tomatoe paste, beer and tomatoes to crock pot. Brown beef in skillet until outside is just seared add beef to crock pot, in same skillet brown onion and garlic until fragrant, add this to crock pot also. Slow cook on Hi for 6-8 hours or Low for 12-14 hours. Turn crock pot off and add green pepper and additional spices. Allow to cool before removing from pot and store as desired. This freezes very well.
JEN'S CHILI
Took me awhile to get this the way I wanted it by playing around with several different recipes. I am a bit of a wimp and this is at my threshold for spice, so adjust to your tastes if you like it hot.
Provided by JenniferK2
Categories Meat
Time 3h10m
Yield 8-10 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Brown ground beef in large pan or pot; remove and drain grease if necessary.
- Add sirloin and onion and saute until lightly browned. Return ground beef to pot. Add remaining ingredients and mix well.
- Heat over medium-high heat until boiling. Reduce heat and simmer 2-3 hours, covered, stirring occasionally.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 420, Fat 15.1, SaturatedFat 5.8, Cholesterol 108, Sodium 1622.1, Carbohydrate 24.8, Fiber 7.5, Sugar 5.5, Protein 42.7
BEST DAMN CHILI
After years of adjustments I have found a recipe for all to enjoy. Previous ones were either too hot or too mild, this one even was to the liking of my finance who hates chili.
Provided by Danny Jaye
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Beef Chili Recipes
Time 2h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 28
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, bell pepper, Anaheim pepper, jalapeno peppers, and garlic in the hot oil until softened.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; add Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Crumble bouillon cubes over beef and add beer. Continue to cook , scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, until liquid is hot, about 3 minutes. Stir beef mixture into pepper mixture.
- Stir crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and wine to the beef mixture. Season with chili powder, 2 tablespoons cumin, brown sugar, pepper sauce, basil, paprika, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until meat and vegetables are very tender and flavors have developed in the chili, about 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix kidney beans into beef and vegetables. Continue to simmer until beans are hot, about 30 minutes more.
- Blend sour cream, cilantro, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin in a food processor until smooth. Serve sour cream mixture with chili.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 74.4 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1014.5 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
Tips:
- Use fresh ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your chili the best flavor. Use fresh vegetables, herbs, and spices whenever possible.
- Brown the meat well: Browning the meat will help to develop its flavor. Cook the meat over medium-high heat until it is browned on all sides.
- Use a variety of beans: Using a variety of beans will give your chili a more complex flavor and texture. Some good options include kidney beans, black beans, and pinto beans.
- Add vegetables: Vegetables add flavor, texture, and nutrients to chili. Some good options include onions, peppers, and tomatoes.
- Use a good quality chili powder: The chili powder is one of the most important ingredients in chili. Choose a good quality chili powder that has a rich flavor.
- Simmer the chili for a long time: Simmering the chili for a long time will help to develop its flavor. Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Chili is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of toppings. Some popular toppings include cheese, sour cream, and onions.
Conclusion:
Chili is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a cold winter day. By following these tips, you can make a chili that is sure to please everyone at your table. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give chili a try.
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