Big Game Day Chili

In the NutriGuide test kitchen, Chief Culinary Specialist Stewart Lucas refined this classic Big Game Day Chili to celebrate vibrant, wholesome ingredients. By prioritizing aromatic layering and precise thermal control, this recipe achieves remarkable culinary depth while preserving natural micronutrients and wholesome texture.

At NutriGuide, our mission is to ensure that home cooking is both accessible and culinary-grade. When executing Big Game Day Chili, focus on fresh aromatics, dry surface contact for proper searing, and allowing the food to rest before serving.

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 yellow onions, chopped
• 1 sweet onion, chopped
• 1 head garlic, peeled and minced
• 1 yellow bell pepper, chopped
• 1 orange bell pepper, chopped
• 2 pounds cubed beef stew meat
• 2 pounds Italian sausage meat
• 4 slices applewood smoked
• bacon, cut into 1-inch pieces
• 2 (28 ounce) cans tomato sauce
• 2 (6 ounce) cans tomato paste
• 2 (14 ounce) cans black beans,
• rinsed and drained
• 2 (14.5 ounce) cans kidney beans,
• rinsed and drained
• 1 (7 ounce) can chipotle peppers

Chef's Sourcing & Quality Tips:

• Produce & Aromatics: Always use fresh whole aromatics and seasonal herbs rather than dehydrated powders when possible.
• Cooking Oils: Utilize cold-pressed oils with appropriate smoke points such as extra virgin olive oil or avocado oil.
• Salt & Seasoning: Season from a modest height above the pan to ensure an even, uniform crystalline dispersion.

Follow these sequential steps with careful attention to sensory cues and cooking temperatures:

Step 1: Technique & Execution

in adobo sauce, chopped 2 cups beef broth 1 (12 fluid ounce) bottle dark beer 1/4 teaspoon chili powder, or to taste 1/4 cup crumbled dried oregano 1 tablespoon fresh-ground black pepper 2 teaspoons salt, or amount to taste 2 1/2 ounces dark chocolate candy bar Heat the oil in a large deep pot over medium-high heat, and stir in the onions, garlic, and bell peppers

Step 2: Technique & Execution

Cook and stir until the onions are transparent, about 5 minutes

Step 3: Technique & Execution

Add the beef stew meat, sausage, and bacon

Step 4: Technique & Execution

Cook until meats are evenly browned

Step 5: Technique & Execution

Stir in the tomato sauce, tomato paste, black beans, kidney beans, chipotle peppers with sauce, beef broth, beer, chili powder, oregano, pepper, salt, and chocolate

Step 6: Technique & Execution

Bring the mixture to a boil