TOUCHDOWN CHILI

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Food that tastes even better when it's cold outside.

Provided by Rachael Ray : Food Network

Categories     main-dish

Time 1h20m

Yield 6 servings

Number Of Ingredients 27

3 dried ancho chiles, stemmed and seeded
2 dried guajillo or pasilla chiles, stemmed and seeded
3 cups beef stock
1 tablespoon vegetable or olive oil
1 pound fresh Mexican chorizo, casings removed or 1/3 pound center-cut bacon, finely chopped
1 1/2 pounds ground beef chuck (ask butcher for a coarse grind)
Kosher salt and coarse black pepper
1/4 cup Worcestershire sauce
1 tablespoon coriander (about a palmful)
1 tablespoon cumin (about a palmful)
1 1/2 teaspoons Mexican oregano (about 1/2 palmful)
1/4 teaspoon ground cloves
Pinch cinnamon
4 cloves garlic, chopped
1 fresh red Fresno or jalapeno chile, seeded and chopped, or sliced with seeds for extra heat
1 large onion, chopped
Manchego or Monterey Jack cheese, shredded
12 ounces dark lager beer, such as Negra Modelo
3 tablespoons masa harina or corn meal
1 tablespoon honey
Cilantro leaves
Lime wedges
Minced raw onions
Pepitas
Pickled sliced jalapenos or chopped giardiniera mix
Sour cream
Crushed tortilla or other chips, such as Fritos

Steps:

  • Place the ancho and guajillo chiles in a small saucepot and cover with the stock. Bring to a low boil, reduce the heat to low and simmer gently 10 to 15 minutes. Puree and reserve.
  • Meanwhile, heat the oil in a Dutch oven over high heat. Add the chorizo and begin to render the fat. Pat the beef dry with paper towel and sprinkle with salt and black pepper before adding into the Dutch oven with the Worcestershire. Cook until a nice crusty brown develops on the beef (the salt helps make a nice crust on meat). Add the coriander, cumin, oregano, cloves, cinnamon, garlic, chile and onions and cook until the onions are soft. Pour in the beer to deglaze the pan, scraping up any brown bits that have accumulated on the bottom of the pan. Add the dried chili puree, masa harina and honey. Reduce the heat to low and simmer to thicken and develop flavor, 45 minutes.
  • Serve with the toppings of your choice.

Manik Superwin
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I'm allergic to tomatoes. Can I substitute another ingredient in this recipe?


Victor Chibueze
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I'm not a big fan of chili, but this recipe sounds like it might be worth trying.


Awaisjani jani
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I love that this chili recipe uses ground turkey. It's a healthier alternative to beef.


Mkhuluh Madikizela
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This chili sounds like it would be perfect for a cold winter day.


Orshi Noor
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I'm always looking for new chili recipes. I'll have to give this one a try.


David Atchison
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This chili looks delicious. I'm going to make it for dinner tonight.


Ahapal Das
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I can't wait to try this chili recipe.


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This chili is perfect for a party or potluck.


Michael Ngalya
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I love that this chili can be made in the slow cooker.


SUNNY Shb
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This chili is a great way to use up leftover ground beef.


Ayual Ding
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I would have liked this chili more if it had been less salty.


Abdinajib AbdullahI
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This chili was just okay. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


Shahid Khan D G Khan
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I wasn't a big fan of this chili. It was too bland for my taste.


Dalia AbdElmonem
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This chili was a bit too spicy for me, but my husband loved it.


Moses Scott
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I was really impressed with this chili. It was easy to make and had a lot of flavor.


PrettyLittle Bxrbie
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This is the best chili I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again.


Zamoh Mtshali
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I love this chili! It's so easy to make and always comes out perfect.


Jamshaid Abbas
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This chili is amazing! It's so flavorful and has just the right amount of heat.


Steeve Joseph
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I've made this chili several times now and it's always a hit. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold day.


Shazil Irfan
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This chili was a touchdown! It was easy to make and had the perfect amount of spice. My family loved it!