10 Minute Tailgate: Louisville

It's spooky season, and the Hokies are hosting Louisville on the day after Halloween.  Every Halloween, I make a giant pot of chili to warm everyone up after a night of trick-or-treating.  I'm sharing with you the recipe that my father taught me and that he learned from his father.  It contains two meats and 5 types of beans and is awesome for a cool fall afternoon tailgate!

To pair with this, because Louisville is the bourbon capital of the world, I'm doing a Bourbon flight and sampling some random selections from my collection.  Just don't mix these with sodas!

Enjoy and GO HOKIES!

Ingredients: (Serves 12)

• 1 1/2lb Ground Beef
• 1lb Beef Smoked Sausage (Halved and Sliced)
• 1 28oz Can of Diced Tomatoes
• 1 28oz Can Crushed Tomatoes
• 12oz Tomato Sauce
• 1 can Original Rotel
• 2 15oz Cans Chili Beans
• 1 15oz Can Black Beans(Drained)
• 1 15oz Can Light Red Kidney Beans
• 1 15 oz Can Dark Red Kidney Beans
• 2 Packs of McCormicks Chili Mix
• 1 12 oz can of Beer

Procedure:

• In a Large Pot: Brown meat and Sausage over medium heat
• Add Tomatoes Stir to Combine
• Add Chili Mix and Stir to Combine
• Add Beans and Stir to Combine
• Pour Beer over Top and Stir to combine.  
• Bring to a Simmer and cover.  Stir every 15-20 minutes and let simmer uncovered for at least 90 minutes. The longer the better.
• Serve with optional Shredded Cheese and Sour Cream
• Enjoy

Ingredients:

• Bourbons of your Choice

Procedure:

Pour Small amounts over Ice and enjoy