2 lbs. hamburger meat

3 packages chili seasoning mix

2 - 15.5 oz. cans of chili beans 

2 - 15.5 oz. cans dark red kidney beans

2 - 15.5 oz. cans light red kidney beans 

1 - 6 oz. can tomato paste 

1 - 28 oz. can tomato sauce 

2 - 28 oz. cans petite diced tomatoes in sauce 

Chili powder

Salt and pepper 

You may also need: Fritos, crackers, shredded cheddar cheese, cayenne pepper 

In a very large Dutch oven or pot, brown hamburger meat and drain. 

 

Add chili seasoning mix and I rinse the packets with water and add to the pot. 

 

Add tomato sauce, paste, and diced tomatoes. I rinse these cans with water and add to pot as well. 

 

Add chili beans. Drain kidney beans and add to pot. I add water as needed to get the consistency you prefer with chili. I like mine chunky and hearty so I don’t add more water usually. 

 

I add salt and pepper and extra chili powder to taste. I usually bring to a boil, then reduce heat, cover and simmer for 15 minutes. 

For a spicy flair, use hot chili seasoning mix and add cayenne pepper to taste.