Chili Recipe for the Super Bowl | Smoky and Delicious

A group chili recipe is a must have! Chili is such a warm and cozy food and the perfect thing to have on a cold day or bring to a party. Plus, this chili has a secret ingredient that makes it smoky and extra yummy!

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Smoky Chili Recipe

Ingredients

1 tablespoon cooking fat (pastured lard, grass-fed butter, coconut oil, etc.)

1 medium onion, diced

2 pounds grass-fed ground beef

4 cloves garlic, minced

1 tablespoon paprika

1 teaspoon ground cumin

1 teaspoon salt

1 chipotle in adobo sauce, minced

(2) 28 ounce cans diced tomatoes

1.5 cups dry kidney beans, soaked and cooked (about 3 cups cooked beans)

1.5 cups dry black beans, soaked and cooked (about 3 cups cooked beans)

1 quart water or beef broth

Directions

1. In a large soup pot, heat cooking fat over medium heat.
2. Add onion to pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until soft and translucent, about 5 minutes.
3. Add ground beef, garlic, spices, and salt and cook until beef is browned.
4. Add chipotle in adobo sauce, diced tomatoes, beans, and water/broth to pot and stir to distribute ingredients. Bring to a simmer and cook, partially covered, for 30 minutes.
5. Serve chili, with toppings if desired.

Recipe: Seven Layer Taco Dip

With the Super Bowl right around the corner, I thought it was time I shared some party food! In my version of this classic dip I stuck with the basics, but made sure to add in lots of lettuce and grated my own cheese rather than using the pre-shredded stuff to avoid additives. I opted for whole black beans rather than refried beans because they're a little easier to make and also add a different texture. Pinto beans would be good too. I skipped the traditional black olives because we are not fans at my house, but feel free to add those if you like them. :) If I made this in the summer I'd also toss on some fresh tomatoes. We're eating ours with the Garden of Eatin' No Salt Added Blue Corn Tortilla Chips.

Seven Layer Taco Dip

Ingredients

2.5 cups guacamole (1 batch of the recipe linked)

2 cups sour cream

2 cups salsa

1.5 cups cooked black beans

1 tablespoon homemade taco seasoning

4 cups chopped romaine lettuce (about 1 medium head)

8 oz cheddar cheese, shredded

1 bunch scallions (6-7 scallions), chopped

Directions

1. Layer ingredients in a clear 9 x 13 baking dish in this order: guacamole, sour cream, salsa, black beans, taco seasoning, romaine lettuce, cheese, and scallions. Refrigerate until serving time. Serve with your favorite tortilla chips.

Delicious Guacamole Recipe for the Super Bowl!

A good guacamole recipe is a must have in my book. Not only is it easy to make, but it's delicious and versatile. Think beyond the usual chips and burritos and try it as a great addition to eggs, on a piece of toast for a snack, or as a spread on sandwiches and wraps. Plus, with the Super Bowl coming up, guacamole is a quick and easy dip that is always a crowd pleaser.

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Guacamole

makes approximately 2.5 cups

Ingredients

4 avocados, seeded and peeled

1/2 medium onion, diced

1 jalapeno, seeded and minced

1/4 cup fresh cilantro, minced

1 clove of garlic, minced

1/2 teaspoon salt

Juice of 1-2 limes

Directions

1. Add all ingredients to a bowl and mash to desired consistency with a potato masher. If you prefer a smoother guacamole or want to skip on some of the chopping, you can alternatively mix all of the ingredients in a blender or food processor.