My Spice Level AllSpice Chili

This recipe, from customer Pamela R. of Norwalk, came in third in our 2019 Iowa State Fair Chili Contest!

INGREDIENTS

1 lb 80% lean ground hamburger
3/4 onion
2 cans white kidney beans
2 cloves garlic
1 29oz can tomato sauce
1 29oz can crushed tomatoes with basil and herbs
1 can black beans
1 can light red kidney beans
1 4oz can diced green chiles

Spice Blend:
3 Tbsp Ancho Chile, Powder
1 Tbsp Cumin, Ground
1 Tbsp brown sugar
1/2 tsp Chile-Coffee Rub
1 tsp Oregano
1/2 tsp Paprika, Premium Grade
1/2 tsp Black Pepper, Fine Ground
1/8 tsp White Pepper, Fine Ground
1/2 tsp Celery Salt
1 tsp Coriander, Ground
1 tsp Onion, Minced
1/2 tsp Chai Spice Blend

STEPS

Mix together all ingredients for the spice blend and set aside.

In a large skillet, brown ground hamburger and onion. Drain excess grease and set aside.

Combine 1 can white kidney beans and peeled garlic cloves in a food processor. Pulse a few times to create a paste. This will be used to thicken your chili.

Add all canned ingredients, hamburger and onion, and bean paste to a large crockpot / slow cooker. Sprinkle half the spice mixture over the top and stir to combine.

Cook on low for 8 hours.