Italian Sausage Chili - Spicy Sausage & White Bean Chili Recipe

[@foodwishes]

Check out the recipe: www.allrecipes.com/Recipe/236599/Chef-Johns-Italian-Sausage-Chili/

[@JerryHerb]

Thank you chef John. I made your chili today for a church fall activity. I didn't know that it was a chili cook off that was judged until I got there. It was my first time ever making chili but I trusted that it'd be good, because every other recipe of yours I've cooked has been awesome, and low and behold I won the chili cook off. Thank you for sharing your extensive experience and for making your recipes accessible for a novice in the kitchen who can't buy crazy premium ingredients and often times have make substitutions so I can cook with what's in the pantry. I really appreciate your little funny catch phrases because they give me permission to make the recipe my own and be the 'boss of my sauce'. Thanks and Aloha, Morgan

[@69adrummer]

Funny how you guys criticize him on "chili don't have this..." "chili don't have that..." It's "Italian Sausage Chili" He never said this was an authentic Texas or even a common chili we might be familiar with. Sheesh.

[@WienClown]

I love to read through the comments of a cooking video on KZbin. There will always be a bunch of people with sticks up their butts acting up all offended because someone didn't cook according to their perception. Like all recipes are cut in stone, and like it's illegal or sacrilegious to change them according to your own tastes and preferences. Culinary is all about trying out different things and experimenting with different combinations of flavors, tastes and ingredients. Sure there are traditional recipes but even they changed in the course of history...

[@w3bst3r123]

you know this channel is good when you watch these videos while eating something you learned by watching these videos =)

[@foodwishes]

Nice.

[@jtreat2100]

This Chef John is the real deal !

[@sodapopp65]

"And I don't know why I used that bowl, I hate that bowl!" Haha, I love his commentary.

[@PlatypusGuitar]

I make mine with plenty of tomatoes because im the boss of my chili sauce

[@OzzkarB]

That is no chilli.. it is tomatosauce

[@nov51947]

Did anyone else catch the fact that the *_white_* beans, *_red_* peppers and *_green_* peppers match the colors of the Italian flag?? Very clever, Chef John. This REALLY looks good! Gotta try it.

[@neychev]

actually there are at least 10 other countries including Mexico, Hungary and Bulgaria that have the same colours to their national flag so yeah

[@nov51947]

neychev Thanks. I knew about Mexico (next door!) but I didn't know about the others. Should have known, though...same for red, white and blue!

[@carriemartinez2933]

It's phenomenal!!!

[@SmokyRibsBBQ]

What a great twist on chili! Fantastic flavors going on in this, and very appealing to the eye!

[@robertlundstrom8061]

I made this chili last night and definitely can say it is the best chili that I have ever eaten. The Italian sausage (I used all hot sausage) really jumps out at you. Note: after the sausage has cooked a little, I used a potato masher instead of the wooden spoon to continue breaking up the sausage. This works very well. Enjoy!

[@laurabiscaro8135]

"in fact, there's an oooold culinary school saying that I just made up" love this guy

[@MrJackiewilliams]

Using beer instead of water makes it taste better... and you get to drink the rest :)

[@DR.VinnieBoomBatz]

Perhaps a red wine for the italian

[@magamemes3453]

Yes. Water dilutes the flavor. The extra oxygen from the carbonated beer helps tie the flavors together. Sometimes I use vegetable stock....NEVER water.

[@magamemes3453]

@@DR.VinnieBoomBatz I use red wine on my garlic bread with a mixture of butter, marscapone cheese and minced garlic. You have to brush the red wine on with a damp (not dripping) basting brush first...then you can add the butter, garlic and cheese mixture to the bread. It's fabulous!

[@Barnekkid]

No cayenne? Did I miss that part?

[@foodwishes]

The chipotle was all the heat I needed! Plus spicy sausage.

[@ochikeron]

i never knew a sausage that you can break up like that! interesting :D

[@fistoffries]

The only way that I've ever been able to break it up like that is to constantly work it with a spoon while its cooking.

[@FioraTheMasquerade]

Always Learnin' Pretty sure, since she's Japanese, she means she's only encountered frankfurt style sausages that are smooth and pre-cooked and thus, unable to be broken up.

[@fistoffries]

Katie Duffy LOL! I hope not, on her channel she seems to make a wide variety of western food.

[@FioraTheMasquerade]

Yes, but if you notice, none of it is sausage. :3

[@fistoffries]

Katie Duffy Yeah, but there could be any number of reasons for that, other than her being Japanese.

[@tusharpaul9048]

This is Chef John's favorite desert :)

[@ChauNyan]

I hate myself for eating the sausage with the casing. Thank you Chef John.

[@pinkbird1480]

I drove in the middle of a snow storm just to buy the ingredients for this recipe! Yeah that's how much I love Chef John.

[@chefkendranguyen]

Looks great, sausage in Chili is awesome.

[@Marie45610]

Chef John, you are such a tease.. always uploading late at night...

[@amberchristopher1]

To me that looks more like a stew than chilli. I'm from Houston, Texas and our chilli is a deep red color and Super thick. Rarely use beans and if we do its pinto. Even if you buy it from the store it will be super thick and tomato based. Which I love the acidic texture the tomatoes give. Especially when you pour the chilli on top of corn bread. Yum.

[@johnb1391]

I hate you Texans so much. It's so hard to find a good quality chili up here in Northern California. ):

[@LostMemorandum]

New Mexico Chile sauce is waaaaaay better. :P

[@peepslostsheep]

Chili IS a stew.

[@richardma7248]

lol there is like a zillion Chilli variations, as long as it tastes good right?

[@amberchristopher1]

peepslostsheep Apparently you didn't understand what I meant by that.

[@Tom5thousand]

is six sausages really 2.5 lbs? they're usually sold in packs of six and will say 12-16 oz.

[@mikelmart]

No doubt he gets his from an Italian delicatessen and not a Johnsonville package.

[@owned2easy]

you didn't give me enough time to sit down before you added the basil. i almost died

[@pjesf]

Wow, this looks so good! Since I have asbestos taste buds, it would be my duty to swap out the bell peppers with chili peppers. MMMMM

[@opl500]

You know what's also good? Right after you've got the sausage all browned, switch over to your minestrone recipe.

[@NIFTYDRIFTYPROD]

ask your texas friends about putting beans in your chili.

[@op3129]

And what would they say about italian sausage and tomato? Calm down and eat things that taste good. (He never claimed this was from texas. Agenda much?)

[@op3129]

Texas folks are REALLY adamant about what "can" go into "real" chili. (Like REALLY REALLY adamant.) That's all I was saying. I stand with my original point: if it tastes good, that's all that matters. (Seriously, have you ever had bad homemade "chili" - whatever the iteration? It's all good, imo.)

[@USNVA11]

That looks awesome Chef John. The only thing I would do differently would be to hit it with a nice sized pinch of cayenne :) Really enjoy your videos sir !

[@SamDillashaw]

Thank you for this recipe. I made this chili for a school chili cook off. I'm happy to let you know we won 1st place.The golden ladle award . I told everyone I got the recipe from you on Food Wishes. Thank you Chef John

[@TheFragWolf]

Does he just upload late to tease me!?

[@WatchYourAttitude]

Wait... no Cayenne?!

[@RandomBalo]

first thing i noticed. who is this imposter?

[@abouttime837]

wait why is this video in the favourite desserts playlist?

[@seebradrun]

+Amer Turkistani Because after you eat some, you can eat some more for dessert! :)

[@mrbarrylewis]

Lovely dish, gotta try it

[@nadkudo1798]

okay... now I'm starting to see you not only on sorted, but here too?

[@mrbarrylewis]

Yep, I like watching cooking videos as well as making them and they are two of my favourites

[@MBTHAIS]

MyVirginKitchen mine too ^_^

[@erinnkemp]

Chef I just made this amazing chili! I was confused about recipe saying puree and video the said chopped tomatoes. I found puree at the grocer. I don't think it will make a difference. I used Elk Italian sausage. It was a sweet Italian. Omg best chili ever! This is making it in my permanent recipe file.

[@drwgisblaidd2650]

Never ask a Texan about chili, between the we invented stewing meat schtick, and the constant whining about beans, ( which they'll serve on the side, with their chili ), it's just not how you want to spend your day, fair warning...

[@monkeyXmonkey]

Sheldon Cooper: Oh, this looks quite good, whatever it is.

[@jgreen5795]

I was really excited for an extended amount of fat skimming...oh well maybe next time. Thanks Chef John!

[@TheThnikkaman1234]

I just won 1st prize for a big company chili cook off with using this recipe as the base for my "red chili". I did add some ingredients because I was the uncle billy of my Italian Sausage chili. Thank you chef John!

[@MothmanBaddie]

What did you add? I’m so curious

[@ElizaCocoful]

Why am I so hungry? :(

[@dovlaBass]

so, what beside garlic, paprika, salt, pepper is in "italian" sausage? and what kind of meat?

[@JackiePatti]

Pork and fennel. Red pepper flakes if you're doing hot, leave out for sweet.

[@RussellNatasha]

Don't drain your meat guys lol

[@MrImPrEzivE]

It depends where you decide to drain it lol

[@deanlewis66]

Absolutely brilliant, when done with chorizo

[@magamemes3453]

Smoked panchetta is great too. The pork belly melts in your mouth.

[@MEANDUONATREE09]

"Dont drain your meat" hahahahahahaha . . . I am a Pervert :D

[@peaceisthegift9961]

"There's an Oooold culinary school saying that I just made up". Haha Love this guy.

[@scarmenl]

You know it's funny. When I make my mild chili and take it somewhere it is always the first pot emptied. I always put hot sauce and chilli peppers beside it for those that prefer more spice but most people tell they like just as it is. Because it is not so hot for a change and they can really enjoy it.

[@kotikatantan]

We don't have such sosages here in Israel, so i tryed it with ground beef, and its soooo delicious!!!! love it! thank you! it's the first time that i find a chili recipe that easy!

[@suecastillo4056]

kotikatantan Shalom!✡😘

[@Jenshi13665]

I'll vouch for Texas and say there's tomato involved in chili making.

[@ckrtom2]

Funny, I like that bowl. Great detailed demonstration as usual. I will definitely have to try this. I'm so happy you added the bell peppers. Great how you flung the spices into the pot. I like my chili a bit thicker so I may add a little tomato paste. Looks yummy with the chips!

[@squirrelyshirley7629]

You can never go wrong with a recipe from Chef John!

[@xyuppi]

You’re quickly becoming my “go to” guy for great recipes. I’ve done many of your meals now. Thank you for sharing.

[@michaeljdauben]

I've used a combination of Italian sausage and beef for chili but I never thought of using just the sausage. I'll have to give this a try.

[@SilkaLiveDoll]

I wonder how this would be cooked up all thick like a stew, then served with polenta...

[@mikemv3]

Thanks Chef John I love your recipies humor and skill!

[@wreagfe]

Always funny to see, when watching one of Chef John's videos, that I have already liked it before. :)

[@vincenzosplate]

Yummyyyy

[@OfficialJamesParker]

I think I've fallen in love. Dude, seriously... I don't even cook, but I LOVE your videos. As a result, I've decided to learn cooking.

[@ReapTheWhirlwind]

I can tell I live in Buffalo, home of the US's second largest Italian heritage festivals. I knew which Italian sausage was which before Chef John said anything and knew cannellini would taste the best with it. My nana made white chili with turkey Italian sausage(yes, that's a thing) and cannellini beans and it was always wonderful. I don't think there's a time where hot Italian sausage isn't on hand. Its sort of like cheese here, added onto any number of interesting dishes(at least by my brother).

[@Bakmoon]

Does anyone else find it odd that this video is in the Chef John's Favorite Desserts playlist?

[@chrismcneil5543]

The smaller the chunks the better... Nooooo :-) Chunkier meat in chili is so good! Other than that, great recipe.

[@richj011]

Chris I agree! LG chunks are nice. I used black beans because that's what I had and added a bottle of Sam Adams winter as well. Would definitely make again!

[@3rty7]

i like to add red wine to these types of dishes for depth of flavor. * * * *

[@joyanna9433]

red wine is allways great. Allways.

[@Skatelifefool]

God bless that looks fuckin good

[@onaleematthews7760]

That bowl looks like an ashtray 😃

[@carroll7110]

I like My Chili over Rice... ;-)

[@JMS1089]

I tasted for salt and it was bland and the oregano too over powering. Then I added the bell peppers and the beans and the story changed. The sweetness of the bell peppers and the savoryness of the beans gave an incredible taste. The taste and seasoning gets a perfect 10. Perfectly balanced. Awesome recipe. Holy smokes.

[@gleichg]

LOL @ Polenta chips.

[@akeeperofoddknowledge4956]

Thanks, Chef John! I was thinking about using Italian sausage for my next batch of chili, but didn't know if it was "legal". Now I know! It can be done! P.S. I don't like that bowl either, it looks like an ashtray!

[@aubreyrosie6265]

I had the same idea as you. But, I had to search KZbin to see if it was "legal" also.😜

[@emmalvschocolate]

please please please make some greek inspired dishes! :)

[@MarriedToFood]

Food Wishes Looks really good Chef John. Perfect for Football Sunday! :)

[@XX-bo5pb]

made this for my girlfriend who is sick.. the sausage is a nice change up in a chili!! amazing!!!

[@stephenmyers7076]

Chef , where on earth do you get Italian sausages that big 😳. Here they’re sold in packs of 5 at half that size. Did you get them from a butcher shop and were they special requested for that size?

[@ClamsAnonymous]

fuck yeah basil!

[@ezrabrooks12]

Chili LOOK'D GOOD!!! The Texan's won't approve,#1 you put Beans in your Chili!!! I really can't say that Iv'e really ever had a BAD BOWL OF CHILI. Some I'd choose not to eat again,because of being either very bland bland(afraid of using spices) or OVER THE TOP SCREAMING HOT!!! I like it with or without beans or other stuff in it.I like It made with VARIOUS MEATS!!! I prefer my Chili Mild as far as pepper heat goes.

[@ApathyBM]

Water? The correct answer is beer.

[@juliavella13]

***** stock is actually only lush use beer in there chilli every one i know doesn't

[@LonelyKaizoku777]

A Foodwishes spice mix without cayenne. Prepare your last words, everyone, because the world is DEFINITELY ending

[@redbuzzardbass]

This and the Coney dog recipe would be perfect for slipping in some TVP to bulk it out.

[@KITTY20112012]

Yummy! I always love your recipes . Your wife is soooo lucky! Ssh. Don't tell my boyfriend! Lol. Good wishes! Food wishes that is! Hehe.

[@keenedge100]

In Texas they have "red" chili which is tomato based, and "brown" chili, which isn't. Your chili looked good; I prefer mine red and a little thicker. Plus, do the peppers get cooked at just 30 minutes? Why not cook them into the sausage at the beginning?

[@DeAnnsUTube]

Uuug! Cheeef! WHY do you have to tell them all about my secret Hot Italian Sausage trick! Waaa! Johnsonville is THE BEST yall.

[@LakesBC]

Why not just drain it if u say skim the grease? Easier, maybe if it's done anyway. (?) Thanks, tho. Love yer channel! 👍

[@tanyarobinson1623]

Yessir... Looks yummy 😋 Definitely trying this version. Thank you. 👍

[@elenam.8960]

Hello John!Please advice how can I substitute Italian sausages with homemade ground?What proportion and seasoning?Thank you in advance!Like your video so much;))

[@op3129]

one pound of homemade sausage = (approximately) one pound of store-bought sausage That's a rough guide but should get you close enough.

[@Jerry-yd8pj]

I'm going to try this version with a mix of Italian sausage and kangaroo mince. As an Australian with Italian ancestry & a love of chili con carne, I don't see how this could go wrong. 🦘🍲

[@JamesaGray-b1l]

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[@jmf1976jmf]

You crazy mo-fo, i wasnt sitting down for that Basile trick. In all seriousness, i have to many pounds of to spicy Elk sausage that i gotta figure out how to use, this will be my first chilli try

[@plantmessiah]

Chef John, I couldn't find ground chipotle pepper in my area, but I did manage to get some canned chipotle peppers. Will it make a difference if I substitute the ground for finely chopped?

[@mrpoolaty9194]

Best chili I ever had was in Chicago... You know it if you had it but was at Ed Debevicks...

[@ItJess]

Is anyone else wondering what the Italian Sausage Chili recipe is doing in Chef John's Favourite Desserts playlist?

[@jus4funtim]

Perfect timing I just made 10 Lbs of Italian sausage, although it's been 80 degrees here in Calif so not the best time for chili. And yes Chef, chili must have tomatoes maybe no beans but definitly tomatoes.

[@TaNgLeD2121]

i love this chan so don't be offended chef john! lol i guess its because i grew up on it but in my feeble opinion chili should be "stick to your ribs thick,.... reduced for 8 hours lol and alooot more chili powder,.... but thats just me lol cheers! keep the great vids coming please !

[@rantgirl99]

Hey Chef John, I'm making cupcakes next week, happen to have any cool recipes? :)

[@magamemes3453]

Good recipe, but instead of water you should use some vegetable stock. Water dilutes the flavors. I promise it will make all the difference.

[@bigmacmm5]

chili is meat, and essentially juice, no veggies, etc... at least working for a chili house that's how I learned chili.

[@nathanlambshead4778]

When I want something like this and have no sausage on hand, I use ground beef and pile in the sausage spices from my extensive spice/herb cupboard. it works in a pinch

[@bettesmith1117]

Italian sausage is high sodium. The sausage I buy has 570mg of sodium per link. Why in the world would you add all that salt on top of that? Wow.

[@richiesmoothbrain3944]

This is my default chili. Except I add mushrooms and corn and another kind of chunked up meat. I'm gonna try potatoes in it next time.

[@jimarckenstall8881]

forgive me, BUT, i dont want to go to your blog. please put the ingredients and measures in the comment section. thanks for the recipe , all the same.

[@liengoodrow6374]

I know this comment is a little bit late, but would this recipe work on a slow cooker as well? I’m thinking that I would cook the sausage first to get it minced and then just dump it along with the veggies and stock/water in the slow cooker? Thoughts?

[@Rome1414x]

I'm from Cincinnati and we are known for our chili. Should have put a dash or 2 of some cinnamon. That's a must for my chili

[@jeembomb]

Italian Sausage is awesome for chili. I usually make chili with big chunks of steak and broken up italian sausage.

[@maddmaxx6730]

I prefer to thin my chili with V-8 or bock beer, adds more flavor. Water tends to steal flavor.

[@Rewear_Revo]

Can you use white kidney beans as the beans? I looked at two grocery stores but couldn't find any of the beans you used, dry or canned. =/

[@pwntmatch]

I think the key here is that the cooking pot should be cold,when adding the sausage meat,otherwise the meat will be fried and loose most of it's juices.

[@mikemv3]

I saw as a kid in the 60's a water hose hooked to a sauage stuffing machine pumping hudge amounts of water into the meat for stuffing the sauages. Sorry every time I see sauage water I get flashbacks