Cold weather calls for hearty, soul-warming family recipes that'll have you coming back for seconds. This week, we have a Classic Beef Chili recipe that you need to add to your repertoire. Let's dive into the world of spices and savoury goodness.
Classic Beef Chili Recipe
Serves: Approx. 8 People | Prep Time: 20 min. | Grilling Time: 1 h
Ingredients for Classic Beef Chili Recipe:
- 1 Lbs. Ground Chorizo
- 1 Lbs. Ground Beef
- 2 Tbsps. Butter
- 1 Green Bell Pepper, Diced
- 1 Red Bell Pepper, Diced
- 1 Yellow Onion, Diced
- 2 Clove Garlic, Minced
- 2 Tbsps. Tomato Paste
- 2 Can (15 Oz) Cans Ranch Style Beans
- 1 Can (15 Oz) Can Tomato Sauce
- 1 Can (14.5 Oz) Can Stewed Tomatoes
- 3 Tbsps. Mexican Oregano
- 3 Tbsps. Chili Powder
- 3 Tbsps. Cumin
- 2 Bay Leaves
- Salt To Taste
- Smoked with Traeger Apple Pellets
Directions for Classic Beef Chili Recipe:
STEP 1: Let's get started – heat your Traeger to a comfortable 350℉ and give it 15 minutes to warm up.
STEP 2: Brown chorizo and ground beef in a sizable Dutch oven over medium-high heat, then drain the excess fat.
STEP 3: Melt butter in the Dutch oven and add peppers and onions, sautéing for 10 minutes until the onions are lightly browned. Toss in garlic and sauté for an additional 2 minutes.
STEP 4: Tomato paste and cook until it shifts from red to burgundy, then add beans, tomato sauce, and stewed tomatoes.
STEP 5: Bring it to a simmer and incorporate oregano, chili powder, cumin, and bay leaves. Season with salt to your preferred taste.
STEP 6: Place the Dutch oven on the grill grate and cook for 45-60 minutes, adding liquid (stock, water, or beer) as needed to prevent drying out.
STEP 7: Serve with preferred chili toppings and savour the goodness!
Special thanks to Traeger Kitchen for the original recipe.
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