Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
1 pound

Ground Chuck

Browned

1 pound

Hot Italian Sausage

Casings Removed And Broken Into Chunks

1 unit

Green Bell Pepper

Diced

1 unit

Onion

Diced

3 cloves

Garlic

Minced

0.25 cup

Chili Powder

12 ounces

Beer

Of Your Choice

40 ounces

Dark Red Kidney Beans

Canned

28 ounces

Diced Tomatoes

Canned

28 ounces

Tomato Sauce

Canned

1 unit

Hot Cocoa Mix

Packet

2 unit

Jalapeno Peppers

Seeded And Finely Diced

1 unit

Habenero Pepper

Top Cut Off

1 unit

Hot Cherry Pepper

Top Cut Off

Step 1
~12 min

Brown ground chuck and Italian sausage in a large pot. Drain excess fat.

Step 2
~12 min

Add diced green bell pepper, diced onion, minced garlic, and chili powder to the pot. Stir and cook for 2-3 minutes.

Step 3
~12 min

Pour in the beer and stir to deglaze the bottom of the pot, scraping up any browned bits.

Step 4
~12 min

Add dark red kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, hot cocoa mix, diced jalapeno peppers, habanero pepper, and hot cherry pepper to the pot.

Step 5
~12 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6
~12 min

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally.

Step 7
~12 min

Remove the lid and simmer for an additional 1 to 1.5 hours, or until the chili reaches your desired consistency, stirring occasionally.

Step 8
~12 min

Before serving, remove the habanero and cherry peppers.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of chili powder and peppers to your desired spice level.

For a thicker chili, add a tablespoon of cornstarch mixed with water during the last 30 minutes of simmering.

Top with your favorite chili toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, and green onions.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be made 1-2 days in advance, flavors improve with time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with cornbread or crackers.

Top with shredded cheese, sour cream, and green onions.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Coleslaw

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Texas

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food in the United States.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Super Bowl
Tailgating

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Winter
Casual Dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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