Gabby Gourmet’s Southwestern Chili

Deb's Recipes's Note:

The Gabby Gourmet (Fred Wix) says of his chili recipe: "If you’re a true chili afficionado, there will be no beans, but if you want beans, put 'em in! Just add the beans as a final ingredient." Posted for Zaar World Tour II and the Mexican Savory Chocolate Challenge.

• Total Time: 1 hrs 40 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 1 hrs 35 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 6

• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 lbs lean ground beef
• 2 onions , finely chopped
• 1 medium green bell pepper , finely chopped
• 4 garlic cloves , minced
• 6 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 (28 ounce) can chunky-style tomato sauce
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes , undrained
• 1 (6 ounce) can tomato paste
• 1 tablespoon Hungarian paprika (sweet or hot)
• 2 teaspoons salt
• 1 tablespoon dried oregano
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 (4 ounce) chocolate candy bars (dark or light chocolate)
• hot sauce , such as Tabasco (optional)

Directions:

1. In a large heavy pot, heat the oil over medium-high heat; add the beef, onions, bell pepper, and garlic; stir and cook mixture for about 5 minutes.
2. Once onions and bell pepper are tender, add remaining ingredients along with a cup of water; if desired, add several dashes Tabasco sauce to taste; reduce heat and simmer chili for about 1½ hours, stirring occasionally.

Reviews

[Charmie777]

This turned out very rich! I was surprised. I think it's the addition of the chocolate! I did end up adding a can of black beans, cuz I love beans. Topped with cheddar cheese and sour cream and served with corn bread!

[Miss Genevieve]

This was good, hubby and I both enjoyed it. I used dark chocolate and a little mexican chocolate. It was a bit to sweet for my taste but a scoop of sour cream seemed to level it out. I will make this again but next time i will use only dark chocolate or maybe just cocoa powder... thanks for sharing.

[Chef #674484]

This is a great chili with deep flavors and I loved the addition of the chocolate. My friend and I give it 5 stars plus, so you know it's good stuff!