Brewer's Beef Chili

*This recipe is adapted from a recipe by my Ex-Mother-in-Law.*

You decide the spice level.

This versatile chili recipe, adapted from a family favorite, lets you customize the spice level and ingredients to your liking.

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Ingredients:

• 3 lbs ground beef (low-fat) Add to your grocery list
• 1 can (8 oz) Hunt's Basil, Garlic & Oregano Tomato Sauce Add to your grocery list
• 1-2 jars (66 oz) Ragu Old World Style Meat-Flavored Pasta Sauce Add to your grocery list
• 2-3 cans (15 oz) diced or sliced new potatoes Add to your grocery list
• 2 cans (15 oz) black beans, rinsed and drained Add to your grocery list
• 2 cans (15 oz) navy beans, rinsed and drained Add to your grocery list
• 2 cans (15 oz) Hunt's Garlic & Oregano Diced Tomatoes, undrained Add to your grocery list
• 1/4 cup chili powder (adjust to taste) Add to your grocery list
• 1 Tablespoon onion powder Add to your grocery list
• 1 Tablespoon garlic powder Add to your grocery list
• 2 Tablespoons oregano Add to your grocery list
• 1 Tablespoon red pepper flakes (adjust to taste) Add to your grocery list
• 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (adjust to taste) Add to your grocery list
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt (adjust to taste)
• 1/2 teaspoon pepper (adjust to taste)

optional additions

• 1-2 cans (15 oz) kidney beans, rinsed and drained Add to your grocery list
• 1-2 cans (4 oz) green chili peppers, chopped Add to your grocery list
• 1 can (15 oz) corn, drained Add to your grocery list
• 1 jar (7 oz) sliced jalapeños Add to your grocery list

Instructions:

1. Brown the Beef: Brown the ground beef in a large frying pan over medium heat. Season with dashes of (not mentioned in the ingredients list) onion powder, garlic powder, and oregano. Drain off excess grease.

2. Combine Ingredients: in a large Stockpot add the spaghetti sauce and cooked beef. Using the empty Spaghetti Sauce jar, fill it with hot water and add to the pot and stir. Now add new potatoes, black beans, navy beans, diced tomatoes, chili powder, red pepper flakes, onion powder, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper to the pot.

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3. Simmer: Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and simmer for 2-3 hours, or until flavors are well-combined and the chili has thickened. Stir occasionally.

4. Adjust Consistency: For a thicker chili, add an additional jar of spaghetti sauce. For a thinner chili, add more water.

5. Serve: Serve hot, topped with shredded cheese, mini saltines, and your favorite toppings.

Tips:

• For a spicier chili, increase the amount of red pepper flakes and cayenne pepper.
• To make this chili ahead of time, prepare it as directed and refrigerate or freeze. Reheat thoroughly before serving.
• Feel free to experiment with different beans, vegetables, and spices to create your own unique chili recipe.

Enjoy!

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