In my recent attempt to pantry/freezer forage I came up with this little spicy gem of a recipe. The first night I served this on garlic cheese bread. The next day I used the left-overs and served it on top of some brats. Since I made this recipe up I didn't have a name for it so I came up with "Chili" Cheese Brats. I had to put the "chili" in quotes because it's not technically a chili it's more of a taco spiced ground beef. I was so proud to use up so many ingredients for this dish. But, then my high comes down when I have to go and spend hundreds at the grocery store. At least I have room in my freezer now! I also just got a new Costco membership so look out!
"Chili" Cheese Brats
2 pounds ground beef
1 medium onion
2 T taco seasoning
1 T chopped jalapenos
2 chipotle chiles in adobo sauce
1 can black beans
1 jar of salsa - whatever suits your fancy
2 cups of cheddar cheese
In a skillet over medium heat, brown your hamburger and onions and drain. Put back into your skillet.
Add the remaining ingredients and heat through.
Grill or prepare your brats in whatever way you wish.
Place your brat in the hot dog bun and top with the "Chili" Cheese mix.
Be prepared, this makes a lot! If you wish, you could reduce the ground beef to 1 pound. I wanted to get two meals out of this though.
~ Enjoy!
Holy cow, Dee! This looks fabulous! I think I like the garlic bread idea! It looks so hearty! I even like those little pickles! : )
ReplyDeleteYum! I love brats! This just takes it to the next level! My kids and hubby will go nuts for this. : )
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ReplyDeleteThanks Anne, I would have to say that was my favorite way too!
Love brats!! I am on a clean out my freezer/pantry kick right now! Have to get a little bit creative!
ReplyDeleteBrats are my favorite!!! This looks so delicious!! :)
ReplyDeleteLooks delish. And congrats on your costco membership. I love mine. I buy all my meat there, it's such good quality. I especially like their ground beef, steaks and roasts. You can get such cool stuff there too. They have good fruits and veggies often too. Pricey but good stuff. And if you use olive oil this is the place to buy it. You can buy it in trough size I swear.
ReplyDeletemy friends would LOVE this. i just love chili too :D. great idea of putting them "brat" style!
ReplyDeleteI love brats add chili cheese sounds amazing!
ReplyDeleteOh, boy! I'd eat the topping on its own! But it must be amazing on brats~
ReplyDeleteWhat a great topping for these and awesome idea~
ReplyDeleteThey sound delicious... This is being bookmarked! Thanks for sharing :)
ReplyDeleteQuick American lunch on the go! I am guilty of a kitchen stocker too, seems like everytime I try to empty my stocks... I needed to buy a new stuff to complement the inspirations... obviously always bought too much. ;P
ReplyDeleteLooks wonderful! Love brats. Great recipe. Your recipe a keeper.
ReplyDeleteThis is sooo yummy!
ReplyDeleteA brat with extra kick! I would have loved it too!
ReplyDeleteI think my husband might love you. He LOVES brats. I can't wait to share this recipe with him.
ReplyDeleteAfter reading this recipe I really want to try some chipotle chiles in adobo sauce. Where do you usually find those? Have a great day, Dee!
ReplyDeleteMmmm...looks like a perfect tailgate food! Bookmarking this for fall...
ReplyDeleteDee, these brats sound amazing!
ReplyDeleteHmmm - I have some black beans and salsa in the cupboard. This might make it to the table sans bun. Thanks!
ReplyDeleteWow! how spicy it is! After reading your blog now i just want to try it as soon as possible. love to have your chili recipe.
ReplyDeleteThis looks yummy….you have a lovely blog… You have so many wonderful browni recipe.I have bookmarked you blog and some recipe from that to try.
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