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The World’s Best Chili can be found right here. Loaded with beef, bacon, and plenty of “secret spices”, enjoy a bowl of comfort food because your new family favorite chili recipe will be Bill’s Chili (aka the World’s Best Chili).

Disclaimer: I’m partnering with Tuttorosso to bring you this updated recipe. As always, all opinions are my own.

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Originally published on May 16, 2012. Updated on January 19, 2016.

Years ago I was part of a Facebook group where the main question everyday was “WFD?”, or “What’s for dinner?” It was a great camaraderie amongst moms trying to feed their families. Each of us had our days where we were making a fabulous healthy meal, like Jambalaya Stuffed Sweet Potatoes. I think we all had a bit of a tendency to pat ourselves on the back a little for those “good days” (and were excited to elicit virtual pats on the pack from fellow group members). At times, though, everyone had days of takeout, drive-throughs, or chicken nuggets, because when life gets crazy, you gotta do what you gotta do, and just get the family fed. And on those days we all supported each other, chiming in with words of encouragement, like “it was a rough day, it’s all good” or “cereal for dinner happens sometimes”. But it was always fun to share me ideas and menus and recipes, and to get some from other people.

One of the best things to come out of being part of this group is discovering Bill’s Chili.  I have no idea who Bill is, other than that he is someone that one of the group members knew, but I can tell you one thing – I will be making his chili for the rest of my life…

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This recipe truly is, at least in mine and many others’ opinions, the World’s Best Chili.

It’s simple, hearty, and it makes a ton so you can feed a crowd, or just have it for dinner one night and freeze the rest. Saute some meats and veggies, add the seasonings, tomatoes, and a few other ingredients, and simmer. You can even toss it in the crockpot, which is especially helpful for a party. Whether you are having leftovers the next day or pulling the extra chili out of the freezer, it reheats well, and in fact might taste even better the second time around.

I’ve made a couple minor modifications to the original recipe, adjusting the amount of salt and chili powder to our preference and leaving out the honey. And of course I always use my favorite brand, Tuttorosso, for the whole tomatoes and tomato paste.

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Tuttorosso is not only my favorite, it’s the best-selling Italian inspired canned tomato product in America. Just take a look at the results of the Tuttorosso Challenge compared to Hunt’s Whole Peeled Plum Tomatoes. The Tuttorosso tomatoes are all whole and vibrant red without bits of tomato and skin, they are uniform size, and when you cut into them just look fresher. Not only can you see the difference, but when you cook with Tuttorosso tomatoes, you can taste the difference, and this amazing flavor and freshness is then locked in with special non-BPA can liners.

Now that you see the quality, make sure you pick up Tuttorosso Peeled Plum Tomatoes for any recipe that calls for canned whole tomatoes. You can use the Store Locator to find Tuttorosso near you, or their products can also show up on your doorstep if you purchase from Amazon.

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Bill's Chili is the World's Best Chili recipe ever

Here’s the recipe for Bill’s Chili {aka the World’s Best Chili}…

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Bill's Chili (The World's Best Chili Recipe)
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
2 hrs 20 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 35 mins
 
This truly is the World's Best Chili, and it's perfect for feeding a crowd.
Course: Dinner, Main Dish
Cuisine: American
Keyword: chili, easy, gluten free, world's best chili
Servings: 12
Calories: 420 kcal
Author: Brianne @ Cupcakes & Kale Chips
Ingredients
  • 2 lbs lean ground beef
  • 1 lb stew beef cut into about one inch chunks
  • 1/4 lb bacon diced in small pieces
  • 1 small red bell pepper chopped
  • 1 large onion chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic minced (or 1 Tablespoon chopped garlic from a jar)
  • 2 Tablespoons chili powder or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon dried mustard
  • 1/2 Tablespoon crushed red pepper
  • 1 1/2 Tablespoons cumin
  • 1 Tablespoon dried oregano
  • 2 teaspoons kosher salt
  • 3/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 4.5 oz chopped green chilies
  • 28 oz canned tomatoes I used Tuttorosso Peeled Plum Tomatoes
  • 12 oz Tomato Paste I used two 6 oz cans Tuttorosso Tomato Paste
  • 48 oz canned kidney beans, drained
  • 3 cups water more if needed
Optional Toppings:
  • shredded cheese
  • sour cream
  • diced onion
  • tortilla chips
Instructions
  1. Heat a large pot over medium heat. Add the meats, pepper, and onion, and cook until the meat is browned and the vegetables are tender. Drain any collected grease and liquid, if desired.
  2. Add the garlic and cook for another minute or two.
  3. Stir in the chili powder, dried mustard, crushed red pepper flakes, cumin, oregano, salt, and pepper.
  4. Add the chilies, tomatoes, tomato paste, kidney beans, and about two cups of water, and simmer on low for at least 2 hours, or put into a crockpot on low for at least 4 hours. Add additional water, as needed to achieve desired consistency.

  5. Serve with desired optional toppings.

Recipe Notes

This chili freezes well, or can be made the day before and reheated.

Nutrition Facts
Bill's Chili (The World's Best Chili Recipe)
Amount Per Serving (1 g)
Calories 420 Calories from Fat 99
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 11g 17%
Saturated Fat 4g 20%
Cholesterol 82mg 27%
Sodium 895mg 37%
Potassium 1384mg 40%
Total Carbohydrates 40g 13%
Dietary Fiber 12g 48%
Sugars 8g
Protein 40g 80%
Vitamin A 25.6%
Vitamin C 29%
Calcium 9.8%
Iron 48.8%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.

Enjoy Bill’s Chili!

Bill's Chili - the World's Best Chili recipe with beef, bacon, and just the right amount of spice

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Bill's Chili -the World's Best Chili recipe with beef, bacon, and just the right amount of spiceBill's Chili - aka the World's Best Chili recipe ever! Gluten free, low carb.Bill's Chili -the World's Best Chili recipe with beef, bacon, and just the right amount of spiceBill's Chili - aka the World's Best Chili recipe ever! Gluten free, low carb.

Bill's Chili -the World's Best Chili recipe with beef, bacon, and just the right amount of spice

Bill's Chili - aka the World's Best Chili recipe ever! Gluten free, low carb.

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  1. I just have to say that for more than 30 years I have been trying to make chili that my husband would rate better than “it was okay”. Well, I don’t know who Bill is but THANK YOU BILL! I made this for Superbowl Sunday and it is the first time he made sure the leftovers came home with us.
    I followed the recipe as written, following the advice of reducing the chili powder, and the only addition I made was about a tablespoon of brown sugar. It says the recipe freezes well, but I won’t know if that’s true until next time since it is all gone!

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      • Just made this. I put it in the crockpot on low and I’m letting it cook all night. I added 8 shakes of worsteshier and 1 tbsp of lime juice and also added 8 cloves of garlic instead of 2. This seriously is the BEST chili recipe I’ve EVER made. Thanks Bill. ❤

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        • I’m so glad to hear that you enjoyed the chili recipe, Lauren! Thank you for your comment and for rating the recipe.

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  4. Big YUM happening here and love your gorgeous photography! Stopping over from the Super Bowl and Chili party. Hope you’ll stop by to link up over at my Tailgating Time Super Bowl party too 🙂

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  5. Thanks for bringing this chili by the Super Bowl/Chili Party at Tumbleweed Contessa. I can tell you have done a lot of testing on this reciipe. That’s what makes chili good. I’ll have mine out there on Sunday for the big game. Drop by to get a taste of it.

    One thing about chili I have been told. You don’t know beans about chili if you put beans IN your chili.
    That’s from a chili cookoff friend of mine!

    Have a SUPER week.

    Linda

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  6. Brianne, this is the best looking Chili ever! I can’t wait to try it. I just read all the ingredients and it sounds amazing! We are chili lovers so I’m sure it will be a hit! Sharing on FB and Pinning 🙂
    Thanks for sharing!
    Michelle

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  9. Hi there. Just to let you know that this lovely post has been featured today in my Need Some Inspiration? series. You originally linked in to Food on Friday: Beef. Have a great week.

    Ps It would be super if you followed Carole’s Chatter. I will follow back.

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  13. OK, I’m going to have to turn the air down, usually Chili is a winter meal but I can’t wait 6 months to give this a try. Ground beef, stew beef and Bacon! Oh yeah, this is getting made soon. Thanks for sharing, pinned!

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  15. Okay, I was really good and brought myself a salad for lunch, but now I don’t want it. I want chili. With bacon. I love chili- it’s one of the two ways I will actually eat red meat, the other being my mother’s beef stew.

    Do you deliver? I’m a good tipper.

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