Curt's Ultimate Super Bowl Chili
Delve into the flavor explosion of Curt's Ultimate Super Bowl Chili, a spectacular dish designed for sharing with a crowd. This 2014 rendition showcases a perfect blend of meats and beans, enhanced by fiery spices and savory elements, resulting in an unforgettable chili experience. Perfect for Super Bowl gatherings or any large gathering, this chili is not for the faint of heart. Each hearty bowl is packed with bold flavors and heat, promising to be a star at your next event.
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Servings
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Calories
21
Ingredients
Ingredients
bacon
2 lbs (chopped)
stewing beef
1 lb (cut into small pieces)
ground beef
6 lbs (none)
ground turkey
3 lbs (none)
dark red kidney beans
80 oz (canned, drained and rinsed)
light kidney beans
80 oz (canned, drained and rinsed)
whole cloves
16 (whole)
onions
6 medium (chopped)
garlic cloves
10 (minced)
canned chilies
12 oz (Old El Paso brand, diced)
fresh jalapenos
12 (chopped)
paprika
4 tbsp (ground)
ground cumin
12 tbsp (ground)
ground black pepper
3 tbsp (ground)
Worcestershire sauce
6 tbsp (none)
beer
36 oz (none)
tomato paste
24 oz (none)
crushed tomatoes
56 oz (none)
cayenne pepper
3 tbsp (ground)
chili powder
3 tbsp (ground)
TABASCO® brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce
5 oz (none)
Instructions
1
In two large skillets, fry 1 pound of bacon in each until crispy. Set aside and drain excess grease into a third large pot, often referred to as 'the big pot.'
2
In the three pots, brown a total of 6 lbs of ground beef (3 lbs in each skillet) and 3 lbs of ground turkey in the third pot, mixing in the minced garlic cloves with the ground beef as it cooks.
3
While the meats are browning, combine all the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl, thoroughly mixing them together for even distribution.
4
Once the ground meats are browned, add them to the big pot, layering in some of the dry ingredients and the chopped jalapeños and canned chilies as you go. This helps disperse the flavors evenly.
5
Begin browning the stewing beef in another skillet as you add in the cooked ground meats. Once finished, combine it into the big pot as well.
6
Next, sauté the chopped onions in one of your skillets until translucent, then add to the big pot. Stir in at least two cans of beer to help deglaze the pot and mix the flavors.
7
After all the meats and onions are combined, incorporate the tomato paste and crushed tomatoes, adjusting with more beer if the mixture appears too thick.
8
Cook the chili on low heat for up to 5 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking and to ensure even cooking. If the chili gets too thick, add additional beer to reach the desired consistency.
9
Serve hot topped with your favorite chili accompaniments such as shredded cheese, chopped onions, or sour cream for an extra kick.
Nutrition Information
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Curt's Ultimate Super Bowl Chili?
It is a hearty, flavor-packed chili specifically designed for large gatherings, featuring a blend of four meats, two types of beans, and a variety of fiery spices.
How many pounds of meat are in this recipe?
This recipe includes a total of 12 pounds of meat: 2 lbs of bacon, 1 lb of stewing beef, 6 lbs of ground beef, and 3 lbs of ground turkey.
What types of beans are used in this chili?
The recipe calls for 80 oz of dark red kidney beans and 80 oz of light kidney beans, both canned, drained, and rinsed.
How long should the chili cook?
The chili should be cooked on low heat for up to 5 hours, stirring occasionally.
What kind of beer should I use?
The recipe calls for 36 oz of beer to deglaze the pot and adjust consistency, though it does not specify a particular brand or style.
Is this chili spicy?
Yes, it is considered very spicy as it contains 12 fresh jalapeños, 12 oz of canned chilies, cayenne pepper, and TABASCO brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce.
How many onions are required?
You will need 6 medium onions, which should be chopped and sautéed until translucent.
What should I do with the bacon grease?
After frying the bacon until crispy, the excess grease should be drained into the large main pot used for the chili.
What brand of canned chilies is recommended?
The recipe suggests using 12 oz of Old El Paso brand diced canned chilies.
How much garlic is in the recipe?
The recipe uses 10 minced garlic cloves, which are cooked along with the ground beef.
What are the primary dry spices used?
The dry spice blend includes ground paprika, ground cumin, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper, and chili powder.
How much cumin is needed for this chili?
This recipe uses a large amount of cumin, specifically 12 tablespoons of ground cumin.
Are there whole spices in the recipe?
Yes, the recipe includes 16 whole cloves.
What is the role of the tomato paste?
Twenty-four ounces of tomato paste are used to provide body and depth of flavor to the chili base.
What if the chili gets too thick during cooking?
If the mixture appears too thick, you should add additional beer to reach your desired consistency.
How do I prepare the stewing beef?
The 1 lb of stewing beef should be cut into small pieces and browned in a skillet before being added to the big pot.
What type of hot sauce is used?
The recipe specifically calls for 5 oz of TABASCO brand Chipotle Pepper Sauce.
How many total ounces of crushed tomatoes are used?
The recipe uses 56 oz of crushed tomatoes.
Can I serve this with toppings?
Yes, it is recommended to serve the chili hot with accompaniments like shredded cheese, chopped onions, or sour cream.
What is the first step in the instructions?
The first step is to fry 2 pounds of bacon in two large skillets until they are crispy.
How do I mix the dry ingredients?
You should combine all the dry ingredients in a large mixing bowl and mix them thoroughly before adding them to the meat.
What is 'the big pot' mentioned in the recipe?
The 'big pot' is the third large pot where all ingredients, including the bacon grease, meats, and vegetables, are eventually combined for slow cooking.
How much Worcestershire sauce is used?
The recipe includes 6 tablespoons of Worcestershire sauce.
When are the jalapeños added?
The chopped jalapeños are layered into the big pot along with the dry ingredients and canned chilies as the browned ground meats are added.
Should the ground meats be cooked together?
The instructions suggest browning the ground beef and ground turkey in separate batches across three pots before combining them.
What preparation is needed for the garlic?
The garlic should be minced before being mixed in with the ground beef as it browns.
Is this a good recipe for a Super Bowl party?
Yes, it is a spectacular dish designed for sharing with a large crowd and is specifically named for Super Bowl gatherings.
How much paprika is in the recipe?
The recipe calls for 4 tablespoons of ground paprika.
How much cayenne pepper is used?
The recipe uses 3 tablespoons of ground cayenne pepper.
What size should the onions be?
The recipe specifies using 6 medium-sized onions.