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Chili con Carne


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  • Author: Chef Gourmet
  • Total Time: 2 hours
  • Yield: 6 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten-Free

Description

A hearty beef chili with beans and vegetables, perfect for cold days.


Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 1 cup chopped celery
  • 1 green bell pepper, chopped
  • 1 can (28 ounces) diced tomatoes
  • 1 can (15 ounces) tomato sauce
  • 1 can (15 ounces) kidney beans, drained
  • 1 can (15 ounces) pinto beans, drained
  • 2 tablespoons chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 2 cups water

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, brown the ground beef until no longer pink. Drain excess fat if needed.
  2. Add chopped onions, celery, and green bell pepper to the beef. Cook for about 5 minutes until softened.
  3. Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, pinto beans, and kidney beans. Mix to combine.
  4. Add chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, salt, pepper, sugar, and water. Stir thoroughly.
  5. Bring the mixture to a simmer. Cover and cook on low heat for 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally.
  6. Taste and adjust seasoning as needed. Serve hot with toppings like cheese or sour cream.

Notes

  • This chili can be made a day in advance for better flavor.
  • Top with your favorite cheese or sour cream for extra creaminess.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 1.5 hours
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 7g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 8g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 10g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg