Jul 14 2026
RestaurantsT.P. CrockmiersTexas Chili Recipe

Texas Chili Recipe

Inspired by T.P. Crockmiers
Time1h
Serves6

Award Winning, Topped with melted cheddar cheese and surrounded with tortilla chips

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Ingredients

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Chili Base

Method

Cooking the Chili

  1. 1

    Brown the meat

    In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.

  2. 2

    Sauté vegetables

    Add chopped onion, minced garlic, and bell pepper to the pot. Cook until vegetables are tender, about 5 minutes.

  3. 3

    Add remaining ingredients

    Stir in the tomato sauce, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt, black pepper, and beef broth. Bring to a simmer.

  4. 4

    Simmer

    Reduce heat to low and let the chili simmer for at least 30 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add kidney beans and simmer for another 10 minutes.

Serving

  1. 5

    Serve the chili

    Ladle the chili into bowls and top with shredded cheddar cheese and sliced green onions. Serve surrounded by tortilla chips.

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