Sweet and Spicy Chili

Ingredients

1 Tbsp. Crisco Pure Vegetable Oil
2 C. diced onion
1 lb. ground beef
1 lb. ground pork
2 red bell pepper, small diced
2 jalapeno peppers, seeded and finely chopped
3 cloves garlic, minced
4 C. beef broth
1 – 29 oz. can tomato sauce
2 Tbsp. Grandma’s Molasses
4 Tbsp. Spice Islands Chili Powder
2 Tbsp. Spice Islands Smoked Paprika
2 tsp. Spice Islands Ground Cumin Seed
1 tsp. Spice Islands Ground Saigon Cinnamon
1 tsp. Spice Islands Ground Chipotle Chili
½ tsp. Spice Islands Coarse Mediterranean Sea Salt
¼ tsp. Spice Islands Medium Grind Black Pepper
3 – 14 oz. cans kidney beans (1 can mashed)

Directions

Heat oil in large pot over medium-high heat; add onion and cook until soft and caramelized. Add beef and pork. Cook until meat is browned. Drain any excess oil.
Add bell pepper, jalapeno, and garlic. Sauté for 1 minute.
Add broth, tomato sauce, molasses, chili powder, paprika, cumin, cinnamon, chipotle, salt, and pepper.
Bring to a boil then reduce heat to simmer.
Add the beans and mashed beans. Simmer uncovered for 40-60 minutes. Serve hot.