Boots And Sonny'S Chili Recipe

Ingredients

• 2 pounds of ground beef (preferably 80/20 for the right fat content)
• 1 pound of ground pork for additional depth and richness
• Optional: 1/2 pound of beef chuck, diced for added texture and meaty bite
• 1 large yellow onion, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 green bell pepper, diced
• 2 cans (15 ounces each) of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
• 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained and rinsed
• Chili powder 3 tablespoons
• Ground cumin 2 teaspoons
• Smoked paprika 1 teaspoon
• Dried oregano 1 teaspoon
• Cayenne pepper 1/2 teaspoon
• Salt 1 1/2 teaspoons
• Black pepper 1 teaspoon
• Brown sugar 1 tablespoon
• Shredded sharp cheddar cheese
• Sour cream or Greek yogurt
• Chopped green onions
• Fresh cilantro leaves
• Sliced jalapeños for extra heat
• Crushed tortilla chips for crunch