Wonka Chili

Name: Wonka Chili
Ingredients: 1 1/4 lbs ground beef (I used ground round); 3/4 cup chopped white onion; 2 garlic cloves, chopped; 2 tablespoons cocoa powder; 1 tablespoon dry mustard; 3 tablespoons chili powder; 1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper; 1 1/2 teaspoons salt; 2 teaspoons dark brown sugar; 1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained; 1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce; 2 tablespoons tomato paste; 2 tablespoons cider vinegar; 1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed; 4 -6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)

15 ingredients

6 steps

Ingredients

1 1/4 lbs ground beef (I used ground round)
3/4 cup chopped white onion
2 garlic cloves, chopped
2 tablespoons cocoa powder
1 tablespoon dry mustard
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 1/2 teaspoons black pepper
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
2 teaspoons dark brown sugar
1 (14 ounce) can diced tomatoes, undrained
1 (8 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 tablespoons tomato paste
2 tablespoons cider vinegar
1 (14 ounce) can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
4 -6 ounces sharp cheddar cheese, shredded (optional)

Directions

1

In a large pan, brown ground beef with onion and garlic. Drain any fat, if necessary.
2

While beef is browning, measure out cocoa, spices, and sugar in a small bowl. Add spices to beef and stir for a few minutes to allow spices to release flavors.
3

Add tomatoes, tomato sauce, tomato paste and vinegar and stir thoroughly.
4

Simmer for 15 minutes, stirring every few minutes so it doesn't stick.
5

Add kidney beans and simmer 5-10 minutes longer or until heated through.
6

Serve with shredded cheddar, if desired.