Firehouse Hot Five Alarm Collection – Part 6

Hearty beef chili with cornbread and cheese
07/14/2026 | Smith & Sons BBQ Sauce |

Five Alarm Chili

A deeply smoked chili loaded with beef and finished with Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce for serious heat.

Prep Time25 minutes
Cook Time3–4 hours
Rest Time10 minutes
Servings8–10
Smoker Temperature225°F
Target Temperature165°F

Recommended Wood: Hickory or Oak

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 diced onion
  • 2 cans kidney beans
  • 2 cans diced tomatoes
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon cumin
  • 1 cup Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce

Directions

Brown the beef and onion. Combine all ingredients in a Dutch oven and smoke at 225°F for 3–4 hours, stirring every 45 minutes until thick and flavorful.

Perfect Pairings

Cornbread, shredded cheese, sour cream.

Leftover Ideas

Chili dogs, loaded fries, baked potatoes.

1SG Gary’s Pitmaster Tip

Smoke builds flavor while the Five Alarm sauce brings the heat—don’t rush either.

Five Alarm Burgers

Juicy smoked burgers glazed with Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce deliver bold barbecue flavor with maximum heat.

Prep Time15 minutes
Cook Time60–75 minutes
Rest Time5 minutes
Servings4
Smoker Temperature225°F
Target Temperature160°F

Recommended Wood: Oak, Hickory, or Cherry

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds ground beef (80/20)
  • 2 tablespoons favorite burger seasoning
  • ½ cup Smith & Son’s Firehouse Hot Five Alarm BBQ Sauce
  • 4 brioche buns
  • Pepper Jack cheese (optional)

Directions

Form four equal patties and season generously. Smoke at 225°F until they reach about 145°F. Brush with Five Alarm BBQ Sauce during the final 15–20 minutes and continue cooking to 160°F. Add cheese if desired, rest 5 minutes, and serve.

Perfect Pairings

French fries, onion rings, coleslaw.

Leftover Ideas

Burger bowls, sliders, chopped salads.

1SG Gary’s Pitmaster Tip

Keep the glaze light so every bite has balanced smoke, beef, and heat.

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