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Chili Parlor Chili

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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Course Dinner, Main Dish, Soup
Cuisine American, Tex-Mex

Ingredients
  

  • 1 tablespoon olive oil
  • 1 lb ground beef (90/10 or 80/20)
  • 2 cups beef or chicken broth
  • 1/2 cup tomato sauce or puree
  • 1 tablespoon chili powder
  • 1 tablespoon unsweetened cocoa powder
  • 2 teaspoons Worcestershire sauce
  • 2 teaspoons chili flakes
  • 2 teaspoons paprika
  • 2 teaspoons soy sauce
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
  • to taste kosher salt and black pepper

Instructions
 

  • In a large pot, heat olive oil over medium heat. Add ground beef and cook for 3–5 minutes, breaking up the meat until mostly browned.
  • Add broth, tomato sauce, chili powder, cocoa powder, Worcestershire sauce, chili flakes, paprika, soy sauce, onion powder, garlic powder, and cayenne. Stir to combine.
  • Bring to a simmer. Lower heat, cover the pot, and cook for 35–40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Season with salt and pepper to taste. Serve hot.

Notes

This is a thinner, Texas-style chili — no beans, just beef and bold flavor. Tastes even better the next day!
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