Chili ala capt. james mcdonnell

8 servings

Ingredients

QuantityIngredient
1poundsMild italian sausage*
1poundsGround chuck
1Large yellow onion; diced
2Large garlic cloves; minced
tablespoonChili powder
6ouncesCan tomato paste
cupWater
1tablespoonInstant coffee
1tablespoonSugar
1tablespoonPaprika
1tablespoonOregano
1teaspoonSalt
1teaspoonPepper
1teaspoonCumin
1cupDark red kidney beans; drain
1cupRefried beans

Directions

Brown sausage, ground meat, onion, and garlic in a pot. Add remaining ingredients except beans, bring to a boil, cover, and simmer 1¼ hours. After cooking time is up, add the beans and stir. Top with grated Monterey Jack cheese and finely chopped scallions.