Thick and Hearty Homestyle Chili

With all the snow we’ve had in North Carolina, we’re all looking for meals that will warm us up. And my Thick and Hearty Homestyle Chili is just the meal that will keep you toasty! Over the years I’ve perfected my chili recipe and wanted to bring you my best ever! This one pot wonder will leave you full and wanting a second bowl. And whether you are a old-fashioned wild spirited woman like me and prefer a cast iron Dutch oven or your more of a modern girl and  love your slow cooker, I’ve left you directions before.

Now, the snow we’ve had here is nothing compared to what we knew growing up in New England. The year we left Connecticut, they had blizzard after blizzard. And it seems as though this year is something similar. Mother Nature has unleashed her strengths. But, for Southerners, they just are not prepared like us New Englanders to handle the snowy fury that let loose the last few storms. It’s like we brought a little Yankee to the South! At least the snow melts quick here! Our kids spent the entire day outside, in camouflage Carhartt coveralls playing in the snow! Because you’re only presented a few opportunities in the South, to build a snowman in 12-inches of snow! I’m a big fan of the snow too! Besides giving me the reason to cook an amazing one dish pot like this, it will refrigerate the leftovers on our patio! Huge plus!

If you’re throwing a Superbowl party and feeling ambitious, you can try your hand at my Farmhouse Sourdough bread and make it into bread bowls! Every guy will be drooling over this Thick and Hearty Homestyle Chili served in a homemade Sourdough bread bowl, topped with plenty of shredded Cabot cheddar cheese, a dollop of sour cream and whatever other toppings you love. I love to set it up so the guys can fix their own bowl! Give them plenty of topping options, including diced tomatoes, jalapeno slices, sour cream and various shredded cheeses. In my eyes, nothing needs to be fancy, just made from love and wholesome. What do you like to set up for your football gathering? Would love to hear about your favorite treats!

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Chocolate Whoopie Pies with Peanut Butter Frosting

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Thick and Hearty Homestyle Chili

Prep Time 20 minutes

Cook Time 45 minutes

Total Time 1 hour 5 minutes

Servings 6 -8

Author Jessica Robinson

Ingredients

• 2 1/2- 3 pounds ground round or chuck
• 1 pound ground pork
• 8-10 slices bacon cut into 2-inch pieces
• 2 medium onions diced
• 1 red bell pepper diced
• 1 green bell pepper diced
• 2 14.5-ounce cans diced tomatoes with green chilies
• 1 29-ounce can tomato sauce
• 1 12-ounce can tomato paste
• 1 15.5-ounce can dark red kidney beans
• 2 15.5-ounce cans black beans
• salt and black pepper to taste
• 3 1.25-ounce packets of McCormick original Chili seasoning
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon paprika

Instructions

1. Dutch oven:
2. Brown the bacon in a Dutch oven over medium to high heat. Remove from the pan using a slotted spoon and set on a paper towel lined plate. Set aside.
3. Drain all but 1 tablespoon or so of the bacon fat. Saute the onions and peppers in the fat, just until translucent.
4. Add the ground beef and pork and brown. Stir occasionally with a wooden spoon. Once cooked, drain off any excess fat with a large spoon and discard. Season with salt and ground pepper.
5. Once the meat is browned, add the remaining ingredients, stirring well to combine. Season again with salt and ground pepper if needed. Place in a preheated 350 degree oven for about 45 minutes to an hour.
6. Serve with crusty French bread slices and top with sour cream and shredded cheese. Top with jalapeno pepper slices if desired.
7. Slow cooker:
8. Brown the bacon on the stove, in a pan. Drain on paper towels.
9. Place all the ingredients in your slow cooker, including the cooked bacon. Cook on low for 6-8 hours. Or cook on high for 3-4 hours. Stir occasionally to mix all the ingredients well. Drain off any fat with a large spoon.
10. Serve with crusty French bread slices and top with sour cream and shredded cheese. Top with jalapeno pepper slices if desired.

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