How to Make Wisconsin Blue Ribbon Chili - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chili is a beloved comfort food that has been a staple in American cuisine for decades. It's the perfect dish for cozying up on a cold day or for bringing to a tailgate party. There are countless variations of chili recipes, but one that stands out as a definite winner is the Wisconsin Blue Ribbon Chili. This recipe is packed with flavorful ingredients and has just the right amount of heat and spice to satisfy any chili lover's cravings.

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Ingredients

  • 1 ½ pounds lean ground beef
  • 1 stalk celery, chopped
  • ½ red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 white onion, chopped
  • 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
  • 1 ½ cups tomato juice
  • 2 cups water
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 6 cubes beef bouillon
  • ¾ cup uncooked elbow macaroni

Information

  • Prep Time: 15 mins
  • Cook Time: 1 hr
  • Total Time: 1 hr 15 mins
  • Servings: 6

  • Place ground beef into a large soup pot over medium heat. Cook beef until it begins to lose its pink color, about 8 minutes. Break the meat up into crumbles as it cooks. Stir in celery, bell pepper, and onion. Continue to cook until beef is browned, about 8 more minutes. Drain excess fat.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato juice, water, chili powder, brown sugar, and beef bouillon cubes; cover, reduce heat, and simmer for 30 minutes. Stir in macaroni and continue simmering until the pasta is tender, 10 to 15 more minutes.
  • Nutrition

    353 cal.

    • Total Fat: 15g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 74mg
    • Sodium: 1339mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 28g
    • Dietary Fiber: 4g
    • Total Sugars: 13g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 38mg
    • Calcium: 88mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 762mg