Ingredients
Seasoning Mix
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3 tbsp brown sugar
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¼ tsp cinnamon
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½ tsp cumin
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1 tsp garlic powder
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1 tsp onion powder
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1 ½ tbsp ground chili powder
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1 tsp smoked paprika
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1 tsp oregano
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2 tsp salt
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1 tsp ground black pepper
Chili
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2 lb 80/20 ground beef
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splash of olive oil
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1 cup onion, diced
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⅔ cup green bell pepper, diced
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¼ cup jalapeño, diced
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2 tbsp garlic, minced
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¼ cup tomato paste
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28 oz crushed tomatoes
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2 ½ cup beef stock
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16 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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16 oz Bush's country style beans
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2 bay leaves
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sour cream (optional)
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cheddar cheese (optional)
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scallions (optional)
Directions
Seasoning Mix
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Combine ingredients in a small bowl. Set aside.
Chili
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In a medium bowl, combine the ground beef with 2 tablespoons of the seasoning mixture and mix until evenly coated.
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2 lb 80/20 ground beef
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Heat a large skillet over high heat.
3
Form the seasoned beef into one large patty or several large chunks.
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Place in the hot skillet and allow it to sear undisturbed for several minutes, until a deep brown crust forms. Flip and sear the other side, then break the meat into bite-sized pieces.
5
Transfer the browned beef to a plate and set aside.
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Reduce the heat to medium-low. In the same skillet, add the remaining seasoning mixture to the rendered fat (adding a splash of oil if needed). Bloom the spices for 1–2 minutes, stirring constantly.
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splash of olive oil
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Add the onion, green bell pepper, and jalapeño. Cook for about 2 minutes or until softened and fragrant. Stir in the garlic and cook for an additional 30 seconds.
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1 cup onion, diced
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⅔ cup green bell pepper, diced
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¼ cup jalapeño, diced
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2 tbsp garlic, minced
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Add the tomato paste and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until it deepens slightly in color.
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¼ cup tomato paste
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Stir in the tomato sauce, broth, bay leaves, browned beef, and beans. Mix until fully combined. Cover the skillet and simmer for 20–30 minutes.
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28 oz crushed tomatoes
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2 ½ cup beef stock
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2 bay leaves
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16 oz kidney beans, drained and rinsed
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16 oz Bush's country style beans
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Serve with your favorite toppings and enjoy!
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sour cream (optional)
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cheddar cheese (optional)
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scallions (optional)
