Description
A bold, hearty chili packed with ground beef, pork sausage, beans, and a rich tomato base. Perfectly seasoned with warming spices and a touch of vinegar for depth, this homemade chili is the ultimate comfort food for cool nights or game days.
Ingredients
Main 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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1 (14.5-ounce) can petite diced tomatoes, undrained
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4 cups tomato juice
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1 cup ketchup
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2 (15-ounce) cans pinto beans, undrained
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1 (16-ounce) can kidney beans, undrained
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1 tablespoon light brown sugar
Spices & Seasoning:
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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 (adjust to taste)
Optional Toppings:
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Shredded cheddar cheese
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Sour cream
Instructions
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Heat olive oil in a large pot over medium heat. Add diced onion and cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
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Add ground beef and pork sausage. Cook until browned, breaking it up with a spoon. Drain excess fat.
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Stir in red wine vinegar and cook for 1–2 minutes to deglaze.
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Add diced tomatoes, tomato juice, ketchup, pinto beans, kidney beans, and brown sugar. Mix well.
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Add chili powder, garlic salt, black pepper, paprika, cumin, and cayenne pepper. Stir to combine.
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Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for 1–1½ hours, stirring occasionally.
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Taste and adjust seasoning if needed.
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Serve hot, topped with shredded cheddar cheese and sour cream if desired.
Notes
For a thicker chili, simmer longer uncovered to reduce liquid.
Add bell peppers or jalapeños for extra flavor and heat
This chili freezes well for up to 3 months—perfect for meal prep
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 1 hour 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course, Soup
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Keywords: homemade chili, beef chili, pork chili, spicy chili, hearty soup, game day chili, easy chili recipe