A comforting combination of sweet and smoky goodness in this hearty chilli recipe.

First off, a big shout out to my dad cause this recipe comes straight from his cookbook. And you want to know the secret ingredient he swears by? Maple syrup. Or brown sugar. Or sometimes both. Whether it’s his famous chilli or delicious spaghetti sauce, he loves to add in a little sweetness to give it that extra pop of flavour.

So thanks dad, you’re the best.

This recipe can be cooked over the campfire or at home and then dehydrated to bring into the backcountry. There is nothing quite like a warm bowl of homemade chilli after a long hike into camp. Rehydrate with 1:1 boiling water for 20-25 minutes. Tip: to speed up rehydration time, add boiling water and let sit for 5-10 minutes (covered) and then cook over camp stove. Bring to a simmer and cook until all components are rehydrated and desired consistency is reached.

Enjoy with my Campfire Cheese Biscuits!

There are thousands of chilli recipes and variations out there, so I hope you enjoy this one! Let me know what you think in the comments below!

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