Mike’S Daytona Chili

Servings: 6 Difficulty: Advanced
A hearty, slow-cooked meat lover's chili perfect for game day gatherings
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This robust American-style chili is a true crowd-pleaser, packed with a rich blend of ground beef, pork, and spicy Italian sausage. The deep, savory flavors develop over hours of low and slow cooking, creating a thick, comforting stew that is ideal for watching the Daytona 500 or any big game. The combination of V-8 juice, stewed tomatoes, and a hint of cornmeal for thickening results in a unique texture that holds up well to reheating. It’s a no-fuss, high-protein main dish that brings the heat and satisfies the whole family.

Mike’S Daytona Chili

Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6 Calories: 1463.0

Description

This robust American-style chili is a true crowd-pleaser, packed with a rich blend of ground beef, pork, and spicy Italian sausage. The deep, savory flavors develop over hours of low and slow cooking, creating a thick, comforting stew that is ideal for watching the Daytona 500 or any big game. The combination of V-8 juice, stewed tomatoes, and a hint of cornmeal for thickening results in a unique texture that holds up well to reheating. It&# 226;ÂÂs a no-fuss, high-protein main dish that brings the heat and satisfies the whole family.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. In a large skillet or Dutch oven, heat olive oil over medium-high heat.
  2. Add the ground beef, ground pork, and hot Italian sausage to the pan.
  3. Cook the meats, breaking them apart with a spoon, until browned and no longer pink.
  4. Add diced onion and minced garlic to the meat and cook until softened.
  5. Drain any excess grease from the pan carefully.
  6. Return the meat mixture to the pot or transfer to a slow cooker.
  7. Stir in the stewed tomatoes, V-8 juice, Mexican beer, and Worcestershire sauce.
  8. Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, brown sugar, salt, and Tabasco sauce.
  9. Stir well to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  10. If using a stovetop, bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.
  11. Simmer gently for 2 to 2.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
  12. If using a slow cooker, cook on high for 4 hours or on low for 8 hours.
  13. In a small bowl, mix cornmeal with a small amount of beef stock or water to create a slurry.
  14. Stir the cornmeal slurry into the chili about 30 minutes before serving to thicken.
  15. Let the chili rest for 10 minutes before serving to allow flavors to meld.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6


Amount Per Serving
Calories 1463.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 88.5g137%
Saturated Fat 33.3g167%
Cholesterol 409.7mg137%
Sodium 1111.2mg47%
Total Carbohydrate 3.3g2%
Dietary Fiber 0.0g0%
Sugars 0.7g
Protein 147.6g296%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: american, beef, chili, daytona, game day, ground beef, ground pork, hearty, italian sausage, mikes, slow cooker, spicy, super bowl, tomato, winter
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