Yield: 8 servings
| Measure | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 1 pounds | Bulk mild italian sausage |
| 1 pounds | Ground chuck |
| 1 large | Yellow onion; diced |
| 2 | Garlic cloves; minced |
| 1½ tablespoon | Chili powder |
| 6 ounces | Tomato paste |
| 1½ cup | Water |
| 1 tablespoon | Instant coffee |
| 1 tablespoon | Sugar |
| 1 tablespoon | Paprika |
| 1 tablespoon | Oregano |
| 1 teaspoon | Salt |
| 1 teaspoon | Pepper |
| 1 teaspoon | Cumin |
Brown sausage, ground meat, onion, and garlic in a pot. Add remaining ingredients; bring to a boil, cover, and simmer 1¼ hours. Top with grated Monterey Jack cheese and finely chopped scallions. Serve over spaghetti or noodles or just eat with crackers.