I don't think Owens actually makes chili, but if they did, this would be it. Come to think of it, the company should pay me about $100,000 for this recipe! I haven't made chili in about 5 years. Last time I did, Janelle complained it was too hot and I hadn't even added any pepper, yet. I just gave up!
This recipe is a good example of making do with what you've got on hand. I didn't have any chili beef or chicken, but I did have a couple of packages of Owens Maple Sausage. It worked! Except for the severe need for 6-7 jalapenos, this is an excellent chili. Great, unique taste.
INGREDIENTS
- 2 lb Owens Maple Sausage
- 2 T brown sugar
- 1 tsp thyme
- 1/2 tsp kosher salt
- 1/2 tsp cumin
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- 1 bay leaf
- 1/2 tsp cilantro
- 1/4 tsp oregano
- 1 T paprika
- 1 Anaheim chili pepper, home grown, chopped
- 3 pints homegrown and canned tomatoes
- 1 12-oz can tomato paste
- 1/2 c onions, homegrown, chopped
- 3 c water
- 2 cans kidney beans (optional)
DIRECTIONS
Brown and break up the sausage. Add all ingredients except sausage and water. Put on stove at very low heat to simmer at least 2 hours. Add water late in cooking to get your preferred thickness. Add beans about 30-40 minutes before serving.
Serve with crackers.
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