Double Chili Cheese Smash Burger

Two smash patty's topped with American cheese, bacon and a Cincinnati style chili. Built on a brioche bun.

Cincinnati Chili:

-1 green bell pepper(diced)

-1 red bell pepper(diced)

-1 yellow onion(diced)

-1/4 lb spicy Italian sausage

-1 Tbsp chili powder

-1 tsp kosher salt

-1 tsp cayenne pepper

-1 tsp paprika

-1 tsp garlic powder

-1 tsp cumin

-1 tsp oregano

-1/2 tsp white pepper

-1 ounce dark chocolate(chopped)

-1 Tbsp tomato paste

-1 can crushed tomatoes(16oz)

-1 1/2 cups beef broth

-1 lb ground beef

-1 Tbsp dark brown sugar

Method:

1. Add diced bell peppers and onions to a large pre heated sauté pan greased with oil and sauté for 2-3 minutes. Add the sausage and break it apart in the pan cooking until lightly browned. Follow with all the spices and salt stirring together and allowing to cook 1-2 minutes until fragrant.

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2. Add in the tomato paste and dark chocolate and stir until combined.

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3. Pour in the crushed tomatoes and beef stock then stir together. Follow that with the ground beef. Break the beef apart in the pan and let simmer and reduce on low heat for 1-2 hours stirring occasionally. Finish with a sprinkle of brown sugar and adjust seasoning to taste.