Recipe Feature: The Ultimate Hearty Cowboy Chili to Warm Up Your March End

When you're feeding a hungry crew after a cold day of spring prep, nothing beats a hearty pot of chili. This recipe uses simple, local ingredients and is perfect for batch cooking. Plus, we've included a free printable recipe card!

🍲 The Ultimate Hearty Cowboy Chili

Ingredients:

• 2 lbs local ground beef or bison (try Daniel’s Gourmet Meats)

• 1 large yellow onion, diced

• 3 cloves garlic, minced

• 2 cans (15 oz) pinto beans, drained

• 2 cans (15 oz) kidney beans, drained

• 2 cans (15 oz) diced tomatoes

• 1 small can green chilies (optional for extra heat)

• 3 tbsp chili powder

• 1 tbsp cumin

• Salt and pepper to taste

• 1 cup beef broth

• Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, diced green onions, cornbread on the side

Instructions:

1. In a large Dutch oven or stockpot, brown the ground beef over medium heat. Drain excess grease.

2. Add the diced onions and garlic, cooking until softened.

3. Stir in the chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper.

4. Add beans, tomatoes, green chilies, and beef broth.

5. Bring to a simmer and let cook for 30-45 minutes, stirring occasionally.

6. Serve hot with your favorite toppings.

👉 Local Ingredient Tip: For extra flavor, source your beef from a local rancher and your veggies from the winter farmers market.