ZESTY COLORADO CHILI

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Chili is a hearty winter staple up here in the mountains-especially for outdoor lovers like the two of us! -Beverly Bowman, Conifer, Colorado

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 1h55m

Yield 12-14 servings (3-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 19

1 pound Italian sausage links
1 boneless pork shoulder butt roast (1 pound)
2 pounds ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
1 large green pepper, chopped
1 tablespoon minced garlic
1 can (29 ounces) tomato puree
1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes, undrained
1 cup beef broth
1 jalapeno pepper, seeded and minced
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon cider vinegar
2 teaspoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 to 2 teaspoons crushed red pepper flakes
1 teaspoon dried basil
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
2 cans (16 ounces each) kidney beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • Cut sausage into 1/2-in. pieces. Trim pork and cut into 1/2-in. pieces. , In a 5-qt. kettle or Dutch oven, cook sausage, pork and beef over medium heat, until sausage and beef are no longer pink and the pork juices run clear; drain, reserving 1 tablespoon drippings. Set meat aside. , Saute onions, green pepper and garlic in reserved drippings until tender. Add the next 12 ingredients. Return meat to the pan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; cover and simmer for 1 hour. Add the beans and heat through.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 272 calories, Fat 12g fat (5g saturated fat), Cholesterol 58mg cholesterol, Sodium 410mg sodium, Carbohydrate 17g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 4g fiber), Protein 23g protein.

Muhammad Hamid Ali
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This chili is amazing! I love the combination of spices, and the beef is so tender. I will definitely be making this again.


Binita Malla
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This chili is a waste of time and ingredients. It's the worst chili I've ever had.


Abdixakiin Cali
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my chili turned out really burnt. I'm not sure what I did wrong.


Amare Workie
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I'm not sure what went wrong, but my chili turned out really watery. I had to simmer it for an extra hour to thicken it up.


Orangzaib Mughal
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This chili is a bit bland. I had to add some extra spices to give it some flavor.


Primah Amuk
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This chili is a bit too spicy for my taste. I would have preferred it if it was a little milder.


Mdaniyal Bajra
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I thought this chili was just average. It wasn't bad, but it wasn't anything special either.


LyeNeishia Hill
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This chili is okay. It's not the best chili I've ever had, but it's not bad either.


khaled hassen
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I was disappointed with this chili. It was bland and lacked flavor. I won't be making it again.


Borhan Babu
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This chili is good, but it's not my favorite. I found it to be a bit too spicy for my taste.


DENIS MWANGI
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I'm not a big fan of chili, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and hearty, and the beef is cooked to perfection.


okuna Timothy
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This chili is amazing! I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly. The flavors are so well-balanced, and the beef is so tender.


Kader Islam
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I've made this chili several times now, and it's always a hit. I love the combination of spices, and the beef is always so tender.


Damien Vinson
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This is my go-to chili recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser, and the leftovers are even better the next day.


Kc Roshna
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I love this chili recipe! It's so easy to make and always turns out delicious. I usually add a can of black beans for extra protein and fiber.


Naqash Manzoor
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This chili is a winner! It's got just the right amount of spice, and the beef is so tender. I served it with sour cream, cheddar cheese, and chopped onions, and it was a hit with my family.