JIM'S AWARD-WINNING CHILI

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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

6 (14 1/2 ounce) cans chili beans (unrinsed, I prefer Bush's)
2 lbs ground chuck
8 garlic cloves (minced or pressed)
4 cups water
1 teaspoon sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 teaspoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons cumin
3 lbs roma tomatoes (Fresh, not canned!!)
2 green bell peppers
2 red bell peppers
1 bunch green onion
1 large onion (preferably a Walla Walla Sweet onion, if available)
3 jalapeno peppers

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.

kassia Mercer
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This chili is amazing!


Kike Castelo
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This chili is the best! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Ntsiki Thobelani Sitoe (ntsikei)
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This chili is delicious! I'm so glad I found this recipe.


Lesley Mclay
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This chili is amazing! I can't wait to make it again.


Zulema Ventura
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This chili is the best! I've been making it for years and it's always a hit.


Los Awanes
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This chili is to die for! I love the smoky flavor and the kick from the cayenne pepper.


theodora
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This chili is amazing! The flavors are perfect and the beef is so tender.


Kiwanuka Ivan
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This chili is the best I've ever had! I will definitely be making it again.


Royal Nirajan
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I love this chili! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit at parties.


Albert Chavarin
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This chili is delicious! It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Billi Kemp
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This chili is amazing! I love the combination of spices and the beef is so tender.


Najeeb King
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This chili is the best! I've made it several times and it's always perfect.


Benjamin Belflower
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I love this chili! It's so easy to make and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Miku21
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This chili is delicious! The beef is so tender and the flavors are perfect. I will definitely be making this again.


Samrat Deula
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This chili is amazing! I love the smoky flavor and the kick from the cayenne pepper. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Angie Glasner
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I made this chili for a party and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it! I will definitely be making it again.


LilAlien
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This is the best chili recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and hearty. I love the combination of spices and the beef is so tender.


Mulaj Manjola
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I love this chili! It's so easy to make and it tastes amazing. I always get compliments on it when I serve it to guests.


Watipatsa Selemani
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This chili is a winner! I've made it several times and it's always a hit. The flavors are bold and delicious, and the heat level is perfect.