Ingredients and Weight:
- 2 pounds 85% lean ground beef
- 1 pound sweet Italian sausage, removed from casing
- 1 large yellow onion, chopped
- 2 green bell peppers, chopped
- 1 red bell pepper, chopped
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 2 (15 ounce) cans chili beans, undrained
- 2 (15 ounce) cans diced tomatoes, undrained
- 1 (12 ounce) bottle of beer (any type)
- 1 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon dried oregano
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Preparation Time:
20 minutes
Cooking Time:
90 minutes
Difficulty Level:
2
Preparation Method Steps:
- In a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat, brown the ground beef and sausage until no longer pink. Drain off any excess fat.
- Add the onion, bell peppers, and garlic to the pot and sauté until softened about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the chili beans, tomatoes, beer, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
- Stir in the cilantro and simmer for an additional 15 minutes.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: 400
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
- Sodium: 750mg
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Dietary Fiber: 10g
- Protein: 25g
Dish Characteristics:
- Rich and flavorful
- Hearty and filling
- Perfect for tailgating or any game day gathering
User Comments:
- "This chili is amazing! The beer adds a great depth of flavor."
- "I love the combination of beef and sausage in this chili."
- "This was a huge hit at our tailgate party."
Special Precautions and Tips:
- If you don't have a bottle of beer on hand, you can substitute beef broth or water.
- To make this chili ahead of time, cook it completely and then let it cool. Store it in the refrigerator for up to 3 days or in the freezer for up to 3 months. When ready to serve, thaw and reheat over low heat until warmed through.
- For a spicier chili, add more chili powder or red pepper flakes to taste.
