Best Chili Recipe Ever

Ok well, WE think this is the best chili recipe ever...

but just like chocolate chip cookies,

 every family has their own "best" recipe! :)

Here is how I always make mine...

Best Chili Ever...

Ingredients:

  1 lb ground beef, browned and drained

  1 jar traditional Prego marinara

  1 16 oz can pinto beans

  1 16 oz can chili beans 

  1 16 oz can Bush's baked beans

  1 16 oz can diced tomatoes

  1/8 cup dried italian seasoning

  1 glug balsamic vinegar

  1 Tbsp chili powder

  2 Tbsp BBQ dressing 

Directions:

  Drain the pinto beans. Combine all ingredients in a large pot. Simmer over low-medium heat 1-2 hours, stirring often. Serve with greek yogurt, shredded chedder cheese and crackers. Enjoy! 

Let's talk about a few things real quick before you head to the store... 

-Yes, you can use ground turkey if you prefer.

-You can substitute the Prego marinara for any tomato sauce.

-I wouldn't substitute the baked beans for any other brand, I've tried!

-If you are having a larger crowd, add double the sauce and/or    beans to make more!

-Lastly, buy a good balsamic vinegar!!!! 

Balsamic vinegar is much better with age. It is aged in wood casks just like wine. It takes years and years to make a good batch, so that  process comes with a price. However, the price is WELL worth it! Cheap balsamic vinegar tastes sour like white vinegar. Good, more expensive balsamic vinegar tastes sweet. So the moral of the story is, buy a balsamic vinegar that has been aged longer, and yes, costs more.  The best (while being economical) that I have found is the Kirkland Brand at Costco.

Enjoy!!! :)

-Sylvie