• Preheat the Big Green Egg (or any charcoal or pellet grill) to 250 F.
• Start by combining the chili seasoning spices together in a bowl. This makes 12 tablespoons total. Divide in half (6 tbsp. for the beef and 6 tbsp. for the chili base). *If using seasoning packets, you will need 2 packets*

Chili Base Prep:

• Place a dutch oven or large pot of medium heat on the stove. Add the olive oil and then the onion, bell pepper, and jalapenos. Cook for about 5 minutes.
• Add in the fresh minced garlic and the 6 tbsp. of chili seasoning and cook and additional 1-2 minutes or until it smells fragrant.
• Next, add in the 2 cans of tomatoes with green chiles, the tomato sauce, and the canned kidney beans (water included). Bring to a simmer and remove from the heat.
• Optional- Move the contents of the chili base into an aluminum foil pan to place on the smoker or use the dutch oven (aluminum pan is easier for clean up and doesn't get smoke stains).

Ground Beef Prep:

• In a bowl combine the ground beef, Worcestershire sauce, and the remaining 6 tbsp. of chili seasoning.
• Mix together so everything is evenly distributed. Shape the ground beef into a loaf (like a meatloaf) and place onto a wire rack.

Smoking Instructions:

• Place the meat/ wire rack over the top of the chili base. Move both the base and the ground meat out onto the smoker grill grates over indirect heat.
• Promptly close the lid and smoke until the ground beef reaches an internal temperature of 165 degrees F. Use a meat thermometer inserted into the center of the ground beef for an accurate reading. This takes about 2-2.5 hours.
• Once the meat is fully cooked, carefully remove the over the top chili from the smoker and place it onto a foil sheet pan. This makes it easy to transfer on and off the grill safely.
• Remove the ground beef from the wire rack and place it in a shallow bowl or onto a pan. Use a meat masher to break up the smoked ground beef into small pieces.
• Transfer the ground beef into the chili base and thoroughly stir to fully combine the two.
• Serve immediately after they are combined with your favorite smoked cornbread, crackers, tortilla chips, cheese, and sour cream etc.