Bruno's Home Brewery

04/13/2026

This time we headed over to 1700 Brewing in Newport News, Virginia to see if a small brewery could really deliver big flavor.located at 11838 Canon Blvd #400...

12/27/2025

Football time

12/27/2025

When in Vegas dress the part

11/28/2025

Bruno’s got a Black Friday upgrade

11/15/2025

Brewing cooking deer steaks

11/13/2025

11/08/2025

Guess what day it is? No not Hump Day. CHILI COOK OFF

11/05/2025

Getting close chili recipes better be solid

10/27/2025

In case you need help

Hearty, comforting, and full of flavor — this copycat Wendy’s Chili tastes just like the restaurant favorite! Perfect for cozy nights, meal prep, or when you need a satisfying bowl of classic comfort food.

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🫘 Ingredients
• 2 pounds ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 3 stalks celery, chopped
• 1 (29-ounce) can diced tomatoes (with juice)
• 1 (15-ounce) can tomato sauce
• 1 (15-ounce) can kidney beans, drained
• 1 (15-ounce) can pinto beans, drained
• 2 cups water or beef broth
• 2 tablespoons chili powder
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon salt
• ½ teaspoon black pepper
• ½ teaspoon paprika
• ½ teaspoon oregano
• ¼ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional, for heat)

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👩‍🍳 Instructions
1. Cook the beef:
In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium heat until fully cooked. Drain excess fat.
2. Add vegetables:
Stir in onion, bell pepper, and celery. Cook for 5–7 minutes until softened.
3. Mix in tomatoes and beans:
Add diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, kidney beans, and pinto beans. Stir well to combine.
4. Add seasoning and liquid:
Pour in water or beef broth, then add chili powder, cumin, salt, pepper, paprika, oregano, and cayenne (if using).
5. Simmer:
Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer uncovered for 1–1½ hours, stirring occasionally until thickened and flavorful.
6. Serve:
Ladle into bowls and enjoy with shredded cheese, sour cream, or crackers on top.

07/21/2025

07/21/2025