This “Chili S.O.S.” (Shortening, Onion, Salt) is a nostalgic American comfort food classic. It features ground beef cooked with shortening, onions, and a dash of chili powder for a rich, savory base. The mixture is thickened with flour and simmered with tomatoes and green peppers, creating a robust, meaty sauce. Topped generously with sharp cheddar cheese and served over hot toast, it delivers a perfect balance of crispy bread, tender meat, and gooey cheese. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal weeknight dinner or hearty lunch that requires minimal ingredients but offers maximum satisfaction. Simple, rustic, and deeply flavorful, this recipe brings back the warmth of home-style cooking.
Chili S.O.S.
Description
This "Chili S.O.S." (Shortening, Onion, Salt) is a nostalgic American comfort food classic. It features ground beef cooked with shortening, onions, and a dash of chili powder for a rich, savory base. The mixture is thickened with flour and simmered with tomatoes and green peppers, creating a robust, meaty sauce. Topped generously with sharp cheddar cheese and served over hot toast, it delivers a perfect balance of crispy bread, tender meat, and gooey cheese. It&# 226;ÂÂs an ideal weeknight dinner or hearty lunch that requires minimal ingredients but offers maximum satisfaction. Simple, rustic, and deeply flavorful, this recipe brings back the warmth of home-style cooking.Ingredients
Directions
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Melt the shortening in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
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Add the ground beef and chopped onion to the skillet.
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Cook the meat, breaking it up with a spoon, until it is browned and crumbly.
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Stir in the flour and cook for one minute to form a roux with the meat juices.
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Add the chili powder, salt, pepper, chopped garlic, green bell pepper, and tomatoes.
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Bring the mixture to a boil, stirring constantly to prevent lumps.
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Reduce heat to low and let the chili simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
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Toast four slices of bread until golden brown.
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Spoon the hot chili mixture over the toast slices.
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Top generously with grated sharp Cheddar cheese and serve immediately.
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.
