This comforting Chili Stack is a rustic, home-style dish that transforms simple pantry staples into a deeply satisfying meal. The base features savory ground beef browned with aromatic onions and garlic, seasoned generously with chili powder and salt for a rich, warm flavor profile. A touch of shortening adds a traditional richness, while flour helps thicken the mixture into a cohesive, hearty sauce. Topped with melted sharp Cheddar cheese, this chili is best served spooned over thick slices of toasted bread, creating a delicious stack that balances meaty depth with cheesy comfort. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal choice for chilly weeknight dinners or a quick, filling lunch that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor.
Chili Stack
Description
This comforting Chili Stack is a rustic, home-style dish that transforms simple pantry staples into a deeply satisfying meal. The base features savory ground beef browned with aromatic onions and garlic, seasoned generously with chili powder and salt for a rich, warm flavor profile. A touch of shortening adds a traditional richness, while flour helps thicken the mixture into a cohesive, hearty sauce. Topped with melted sharp Cheddar cheese, this chili is best served spooned over thick slices of toasted bread, creating a delicious stack that balances meaty depth with cheesy comfort. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal choice for chilly weeknight dinners or a quick, filling lunch that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor.Ingredients
Directions
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Melt the shortening in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
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Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
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Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
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Cook the beef until it is no longer pink and has browned evenly, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
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Stir in the chili powder, salt, and any other seasonings like garlic or pepper, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
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Sprinkle the flour over the meat mixture and stir continuously to coat the meat and cook the raw flour taste out, about 1-2 minutes.
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Pour in the tomatoes and add the chopped green bell pepper, stirring to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
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Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the chili simmer gently for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
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Remove from heat and stir in the grated sharp Cheddar cheese until it is mostly melted and creamy.
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Serve the hot chili immediately, spooned generously over slices of toasted bread for the perfect Chili Stack.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 360.3kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25.0g39%
- Saturated Fat 9.4g47%
- Cholesterol 88.5mg30%
- Sodium 5043.2mg211%
- Total Carbohydrate 1.8g1%
- Dietary Fiber 1.3g6%
- Sugars 0.3g
- Protein 30.0g60%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
