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The Best Dang Chili

This mild chili has some unexpected ingredients in it that will make your tastebuds want to get up and dance!
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Servings 8 servings

Ingredients
  

Spice Mix

  • 3 Tbsp chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp ground cumin
  • 1 tsp smoked paprika
  • 1 tsp cocoa powder
  • 1/2 tsp onion powder
  • 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (optional)

Chili

  • 3 lbs beef chili meat
  • 1 onion diced
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes
  • 1 can tomato sauce
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instructions
 

  • In a stock pot, put 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Once it gets hot, add the diced onions, salt, and pepper, and cook until caramelized.
  • While the onions are cooking, combine the chili spice mixture. Once the spices are fully mixed, add them to the beef until well combined.
  • Once the onions are ready, add the chili meat in with them. Stir to combine and cook thoroughly.
  • Once the meat it cooked through, add the diced tomatoes and tomato sauce. Salt and pepper to taste.
  • Bring to a boil and simmer for about 30 minutes. Serve with rice, cornbread, or cheese and enjoy!