Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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8
servings
2 lbs

ground chuck

1 unit

onion

chopped

3.5 unit

garlic cloves

minced

30 ounce

pinto beans

rinsed and drained

24 ounce

tomato sauce

12 ounce

dark beer

14.5 ounce

beef broth

6 ounce

tomato paste

4.5 ounce

chopped green chilies

2 tbsp

chili powder

1 tbsp

Worcestershire sauce

2 tsp

ground cumin

1.5 tsp

ground red pepper

1 tsp

paprika

1 tsp

hot sauce

1 slice

pickled jalapeno pepper

Step 1
~29 min

In a Dutch oven over medium heat, cook ground chuck, onion, and garlic, stirring until meat crumbles and is no longer pink.

Step 2
~29 min

Drain off any excess grease.

Step 3
~29 min

In the same Dutch oven, combine the meat mixture, pinto or kidney beans, tomato sauce, dark beer, beef broth, tomato paste, and chopped green chilies.

Step 4
~29 min

Add chili powder, Worcestershire sauce, ground cumin, ground red pepper, paprika, and hot sauce.

Step 5
~29 min

Bring the mixture to a boil.

Step 6
~29 min

Reduce the heat to low, cover, and simmer for 3 hours, or until the chili has thickened to your liking.

Step 7
~29 min

Garnish with pickled jalapeno slices, if desired.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of ground red pepper to control the heat level.

For a richer flavor, add a tablespoon of unsweetened cocoa powder.

Serve with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped 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 and refrigerated.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with cornbread or crackers.

Top with shredded cheddar cheese, sour cream, and chopped onions.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cornbread
Coleslaw
Tortilla Chips

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Texas

Cultural Significance

Popular comfort food and tailgating staple.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Super Bowl parties
Tailgating events
Casual gatherings

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Football Season
Super Bowl

Popularity Score

70/100

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