Ingredients:
2 1/4 to 2 1/2 lbs ground beef
1 40-ounce can of Brooks Mild Chili Beans
1 15.5-ounce can of Brooks Hot Chili Beans
1 15-ounce can of tomato sauce
2 10-ounce cans of RO-TEL Mild (drained)
1 10-ounce can of RO-TEL Original (drained)
1 tbsp seasoned salt
1 tbsp chili powder (to taste)
1/4 tsp of cayenne pepper (to taste)
1/4 cup brown sugar (to taste)
Directions:
- Brown and drain the ground beef, seasoning with the seasoned salt. Transfer the beef to a stock pot on the stove.
- Add all remaining ingredients to the pot and stir until well combined.
- Stovetop: Heat over medium heat until bubbling on top. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer for a minimum of 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. 1-2 hours of simmer time is ideal.
Slow cooker: Heat on low for 4 hours, stirring occasionally. - Optionally, pour chili over cooked elbow noodles for chili-mac.
- Top with your favorite toppings such as cheese (four cheese mexican style, cheddar, etc.), sour cream, diced onions … whatever you like!