Sunday Recipes w/ Margi Kyle -Fall Recipe for Bloody Mary Chile

Inspired by Rea Drummond The Pioneer Woman

The perfect fall chili for Soccer Saturdays and football game days—crafted with leaner, spicier flair by Margi Kyle. This bold, crowd-pleasing classic is a guaranteed favorite, delivering comfort and excitement in every bowl. Make it once and watch everyone go back for seconds!

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Ingredients:

Serves 6-8
Olive oil, for sautéing
2 stalks celery, finely diced
1 onion, finely diced
3 cloves garlic, chopped
1 teaspoon of black garlic powder from Savory Spice Shop
3 pounds ground beef and ground turkey – I use half and half.
2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons ground cumin
2 teaspoons ground oregano
15 ounces spicy Bloody Mary mix, plus more if needed
¼ cup vodka, optional- I sometimes put in wine instead of the vodka
1 tablespoon Montreal steak seasoning
Several dashes Tabasco, or to taste

Several dashes Worcestershire sauce, or to taste
One 15-ounce can kidney beans, drained and rinsed
One 15-ounce can pinto beans, drained and rinsed

Cooking instructions

1. In a large pot over medium heat, add some olive oil and sauté the celery and onions until soft. Add the garlic and stir, then add the ground beef. Cook until browned, 5 to 10 minutes; drain off the excess fat. Stir in the seasonings.
2. In a pitcher, mix up the Bloody Mary mix. Add vodka (if using), Montreal steak seasoning, Tabasco, and Worcestershire and then add it to the pot. Add the kidney and pinto beans, stir together well, cover and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. Add more Bloody Mary mix or water if needed during simmering.

Serve warm and enjoy as a satisfying dinner on its own or paired with your favorite salad. It’s perfect for parties, can be prepared a day in advance, and reheats beautifully. This dish also freezes well, making it a handy, delicious option any time.

Recipe and photos by Margi Kyle

Photo courtesy of Deborah Young Studio

Margi Kyle, known as “The Color Doctor,” is the engaging host of LKNConnect’s popular shows “People in the Know” and “Sunday Recipes”. With an acclaimed career spanning more than 45 years, Margi brings a designer’s eye and a deep passion for color to every conversation and culinary adventure. A renowned Professional Interior Designer, Margi’s contributions include roles as television host, mentor, keynote speaker, educator, and writer

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