Joe’s What’s-It-Got-In-It Chili

A hearty bowl of chili topped with shredded cheddar cheese and chopped green onions. The chili features rich red and brown hues with visible chunks of beef, kidney beans, tomatoes, and spices. It’s served in a rustic white bowl on a wooden table, creating a cozy, comforting presentation.

If you’re looking for a chili recipe that stands out from the crowd, Joe’s What’s-It-Got-In-It Chili is the perfect choice. This hearty, flavorful chili combines unexpected ingredients like strong coffee and Blue Moon beer to create a rich, complex flavor that will have everyone asking, “What’s in this chili?” The slow-cooked meat, spices, and bold ingredients create a mouthwatering, comforting dish perfect for tailgating, family gatherings, or cozy nights at home. Loaded with Joe’s Premium Grind and Hot Italian Sausage, this chili delivers on flavor, heat, and satisfying texture.

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Serving Size: 6

Ingredients

  • 4 Tbl olive oil, divided
  • 2 onions, chopped
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lb. Joe’s Premium Grind
  • 3/4 lb. Joe’s Hot Italian Sausage
  • 1/2 can Academia Barilla peeled
  • cherry tomatoes with juice (14 oz. can)
  • 1 (12 oz.) bottle Blue Moon Beer
  • 1 cup strong brewed coffee
  • 2 (6 oz.) cans tomato paste
  • 1 (14 oz.) can beef broth
  • 1/4 cup chili powder
  • 1 tbl ground cumin
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 1 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp ground coriander
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 3 (15 oz.) cans kidney beans
  • 1 serrano or habanero pepper, chopped (optional)

Instructions

  1. Warm 2 tablespoons of oil in a large pot over medium heat
  2. Cook and stir the onions, garlic, beef and sausage until meats are browned
  3. Pour in the tomatoes, beer, coffee, tomato paste and broth. Season with chili powder, cumin, brown sugar, oregano, cayenne, coriander, and salt
  4. Add one can of kidney beans. Simmer 2 hours
  5. Optional Instructions: In a medium skillet over medium heat, heat the remaining oil. Cook serrano or habanero peppers in oil until just tender, 5 to 10 minutes. Add into pot with Step 2. Stir in remaining 2 cans of beans and cook 45 more minutes.

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