Description
This hearty, savory homemade chili is packed with flavorful spices, ground beef, pork sausage, and beans. It’s perfect for cozy nights, game days, or feeding a crowd. Top with shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream for the ultimate comfort food experience.
Ingredients
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1 tablespoon olive oil
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1 large onion, diced
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2 pounds lean ground beef
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1 pound pork sausage
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¼ cup red wine vinegar
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14.5 oz can diced tomatoes (petite, undrained)
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4 cups tomato juice
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1 cup ketchup
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2 (15 oz) cans pinto beans (undrained)
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1 (16 oz) can kidney beans (undrained)
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1 tablespoon light brown sugar
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3 tablespoons chili powder
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¾ teaspoon garlic salt
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½ teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
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1 teaspoon paprika
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1 teaspoon ground cumin
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¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (or more if you want it spicier)
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Shredded cheddar cheese (optional, for topping)
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Sour cream (optional, for topping)
Instructions
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Cook the Meat:
Heat the olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add the diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the ground beef and pork sausage. Cook until browned, breaking the meat apart as it cooks. Drain any excess fat if needed. -
Add the Liquids and Beans:
Stir in the red wine vinegar, diced tomatoes (with their juice), tomato juice, and ketchup. Add the pinto beans, kidney beans, and their juices to the pot. -
Season the Chili:
Stir in the brown sugar, chili powder, garlic salt, black pepper, paprika, ground cumin, and cayenne pepper. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 1–1.5 hours, stirring occasionally. The chili should thicken and develop deep flavors. -
Serve:
Ladle the chili into bowls and top with shredded cheddar cheese and a dollop of sour cream, if desired.
Notes
If you prefer a thicker chili, let it simmer longer or mash some of the beans for added texture.
Adjust the spice level by adding more cayenne pepper or chili powder to your taste.
This chili can be made ahead of time and stored in the fridge for up to 3 days, or frozen for up to 3 months
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 1–1.5 hours
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: homemade chili, beef and sausage chili, hearty chili, comfort food, winter chili