Touchdown Chili

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Most Helpful Positive Review

Aug 16, 2008

I know some people are hesitant to try recipes that have only been rated by a couple folks, but this one you must try! The combinations of the pepper/hot and the brown sugar, along with the bitterness from the vinegar and beer...there are so many hearty flavors that truly make this delicious. I didn't change a thing! Thank you!

—lsimon99

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Most Helpful Critical Review

Feb 10, 2009

This was easy to make, but I think I would omit the vinegar since the beer gives it enough balance against the brown sugar and spices. I would also add 2 cans of kidney beans, 1 dark/1 red. My family did like this even though the vinegar and beer gave it a definite aftertaste.

—twinsmom4

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Oct 26, 2009

I have made this chili numerous times. Each time I have omitted the vinegar. I made it with a wheat beer, a light rice beer, and without beer. It is best with light rice beer or no beer. This chili is delicious and everyone who has tried it loves it. It's hard to find a chili recipe without beans. This one is fantastic!!!

—kandygirl15

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Jan 11, 2008

I received a really good chili spice kit for Christmas...My partner doesn't like the beans, but loves chili...Made this recipe a couple days ago...This stuff is REALLY good!!!!! It is GONE, it has fantastic bite/flavor...Can't wait to make it again..I used coarse ground meat from the butcher...

—Shelly

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Mar 02, 2008

The flavor of this chili is outstanding! I doubled the tobasco, 'cuz we like it hot! And it was sooooo good! I didn't drain the green chilies; figured a little more flavor couldn't hurt anything, and it didn't! Thanks for a great recipe!

—Tami

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May 21, 2012

Outstanding beanless chili! I ALSO USED GINGER ALE INSTEAD OF BEER!! :-) Made this as is but w/1.25 lb ground turkey, so I cut cooking time and all ingredients in half, except for chili powder which I'm glad I used less of... I recommend no more than 2 heaping tablespoons chili powder per pound, very easy to make your own to your liking- a great base is 1 tsp paprika, 2 tsp cumin, 1 tsp cayenne pepper, 1 tsp oregano, 2 tsp garlic powder per 1 lb meat... Anywho! I did not drain green chiles and glad I didn't :-) Served this topped w/sour cream, colby-jack & chedder cheese, over macaroni & cheese w/a side of cornbread! Thanks SO much for this recipe!

—BonAppetitBaby

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Dec 16, 2010

My husband and I do not like chili (neither of us eat beans, he's not big on spice, and I don't care for a ton of tomatoes), but this was surprsingly wonderful! I subbed a 15oz can of pumpkin puree instead of tomato sauce which added some great flavor and thickend up the chili just a bit. I also used 1 lb of ground beef and 1 lb of pork sausage. I've started making batches just to freeze (in 1-2 serving portions). My husband loves having his new fall favorite at his fingertips and I love having a quick, filling, delicious dinner option.

—Kim

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Sep 20, 2010

I made this Chili with all ingredients and amounts instructed, only difference I did was cook it in my slow cooker for 4 hours. Was excellent! Thank you for a great beanless recipe!

—JenJen2294

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Nutrition

Calories
305 kcal
15%

Carbohydrates
19.1 g
6%

Cholesterol
69 mg
23%

Fat
14.4 g
22%

Fiber
4 g
16%

Protein
22 g
44%

Sodium
1302 mg
52%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Nutritional Information

Touchdown Chili

Serving Size: 1/8 of a recipe
Servings Per Recipe: 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories: 305
Calories from Fat: 130

% Daily Value *
Total Fat 14.4g 22 %
** Saturated Fat 5.4g 27 %
Cholesterol 69mg 23 %
Sodium 1302mg 52 %
** Potassium 727mg 20 %
Total Carbohydrates 19.1g 6 %
Dietary Fiber 4g 16 %
Protein 22g 44 %
** Sugars 11.1g
Vitamin A 54 %
Vitamin C 43 %
Calcium 11 %
Iron 60 %
** Thiamin 10 %
** Niacin 74 %
** Vitamin B6 33 %
** Magnesium 15 %
** Folate 14 %

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.
(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.