Chili Bar Recipes

CHILI BAR

Steps:

• Heat chili as directed on pouches.
• To serve, arrange Toppings in small bowls. Top each bowl of chili as desired.

BEEF AND BEAN CHILI WITH TOPPINGS BAR

Steps:

• For the chili: Heat the oil in a large Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
• Add the ground beef and 1 1/2 teaspoons salt and cook, stirring and breaking up any clumps with a wooden spoon, until brown, about 10 minutes. Transfer to a bowl with a slotted spoon.
• Reduce the heat slightly, add the onions to the pot, and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, about 5 minutes. Add the chili powder and chipotle powder and cook for 30 seconds, stirring. Add the tomato paste; cook, stirring, about 30 seconds more.
• Return the browned meat to the pot and add the tomatoes, coffee and 2 cups water. Bring to a simmer, then reduce the heat to low and cook at a low simmer, partially covered, for 1 hour. Skim off excess fat that rises to the surface during cooking.
• After the hour, add the kidney beans and pinto beans. Continue cooking, partially covered, until the flavors have blended, another 30 minutes.
• For the toppings bar: Serve the chili in mugs. Line up all of the toppings in small bowls and dishes for guests to add as they like.

BEST CHILI RECIPE

Steps:

• First, heat a large stockpot over medium/high heat.
• Then, add ground beef, yellow onion, and minced garlic and sauté for 7-10 minutes or until beef is fully browned.
• Next, add pinto beans, kidney beans, tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and maple syrup to the pot and stir to combine.
• Add spices and 1 cup of broth and stir to combine.
• Bring beef chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low and let simmer for 10-15 minutes to thicken.
• Top with your favorite toppings and enjoy!

POTATO-BAR CHILI

Steps:

• In a Dutch oven, cook the beef, onions and green pepper over medium heat until meat is no longer pink; drain. Add the tomatoes, beans, sugar and seasonings. , Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 20 minutes. Serve with potatoes.