R.J. Grunts’ Famous Chili
Recipe by R.J. Grunts
R.J. Grunts’ Famous Chili is the ultimate crowd-pleaser, perfect for fueling up during game day. Packed with flavorful ground pork, beef, and just the right amount of spice, it’s sure to be a hit whether you’re tailgating or cheering from home!
R.J. Grunts’ Famous Chili
A hearty, crowd-pleasing classic
Yield: 10-12 servings
Ingredients:
1 lb. ground pork
2 lb. ground beef
2 medium onions, diced
1 Tbsp. chopped garlic (approx. 2-3 cloves)
2 medium bell peppers, diced (can be red, yellow, and/or green)
2 medium tomatoes, diced
1½ Tbsp. minced jalapeno peppers (approx. one small jalapeno, deseeded)
1 – 15-oz. can kidney beans, drained
2 – 15-oz. cans pinto beans, drained
1 Tbsp. + 1 tsp. paprika
1 ½ tsp. ground cumin
¼ cup + 2 tsp. chili powder
½ tsp. dried thyme
⅓ tsp. cayenne pepper
¾ tsp. ground black pepper
½ tsp. dried oregano
1½ tsp. kosher salt
1 – 28-oz. can tomato puree
1 beef bouillon cube
1 cup water
¼ bunch fresh cilantro, cleaned and chopped
Shredded cheddar cheese, optional for serving
Chopped white onion, optional for serving
Oyster crackers, optional for serving
Method:
1. In a large pot, cook ground pork and beef, breaking up, until no longer pink and cooked through (about 4-6 minutes). If there is a lot of fat left in the pot, drain some off, but not all of it.
2. Add onions, garlic, and peppers and cook for several minutes to soften.
3. Add diced tomatoes and cook for a couple more minutes.
4. Add beans and spices and stir until all thoroughly mixed together.
5. Add tomato puree, bouillon cube, and water and bring to a boil.
6. Simmer heavily for about 20-30 minutes or until mixture becomes deeper in color and is slightly thickened.
7. Turn down to a low simmer for about 10 more minutes.
8. Taste for seasoning and then remove from heat.
9. Fold in chopped cilantro.
10. Serve immediately or cool thoroughly to reheat at a later time.
