Super Bowl Chili
Thursday, February 2, 2012 at 1:00AM 
Food and sports have a lot in common. They bring people together, encourage bonding and provide fodder for fun conversation. So what better way to spend an afternoon with friends than over a Super Bowl of chili and a great ballgame?
As the Patriots and the Giants take center stage this Sunday, we’re gearing up for the big game with a celebration of kids, food and banter. They may only be eight and six, but Ben and Nick are already die-hard fans. The only thing that could make this Sunday better is if the Lions were playing the Cowboys!
Chili is almost as traditional to the Super Bowl as a great bowl of guacamole. I personally like serving chili to a group of people, because I can offer a tasty base and then a smorgasbord of toppings so each person can customize to their own.
May the best team win!
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Super Bowl Chili
1 pound ground beef
3 tablespoons chili powder
2 tablespoons dried oregano
2 tablespoons sugar
1 tablespoon garlic powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 cans (15.25 ounces each) kidney beans
1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
32 ounces canned crushed tomatoes
Salt and pepper to taste
1 tablespoon red wine vinegar
Garnishes:
Minced green, red and yellow onions
Grated sharp Cheddar cheese
Sour cream
Array of hot sauces
Crumbled corn or tortilla chips
Chopped tomatoes
Fresh cilantro
Heat a large saucepan over medium heat until it’s hot. Add the ground beef, chili powder, oregano, sugar, garlic powder and cumin. Cook the meat, stirring occasionally, until it’s browned and the spices are aromatic. Drain excess fat. Add the kidney beans, tomato sauce, and tomatoes. Stir well and season to taste with the salt, pepper, and vinegar. Continue cooking for 5 to 60 minutes, depending on your time constraints. Serve with the optional garnishes.
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