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Chili Stack

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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;€™s an ideal choice for chilly weeknight dinners or a quick, filling lunch that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 360.3
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;€™s an ideal choice for chilly weeknight dinners or a quick, filling lunch that requires minimal effort but delivers maximum flavor.
Ingredients
  • 1 pound Ground beef
  • 1 tablespoon Chili powder
  • 2 tablespoon Shortening
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 Onion, chopped fine
Directions
  1. 1
    Melt the shortening in a large skillet or Dutch oven over medium-high heat.
  2. 2
    Add the chopped onion and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  3. 3
    Add the ground beef to the skillet, breaking it up with a spoon as it cooks.
  4. 4
    Cook the beef until it is no longer pink and has browned evenly, about 7-10 minutes. Drain excess fat if desired.
  5. 5
    Stir in the chili powder, salt, and any other seasonings like garlic or pepper, cooking for 1 minute until fragrant.
  6. 6
    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.
  7. 7
    Pour in the tomatoes and add the chopped green bell pepper, stirring to combine all ingredients thoroughly.
  8. 8
    Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and let the chili simmer gently for 30 minutes to allow the flavors to meld.
  9. 9
    Remove from heat and stir in the grated sharp Cheddar cheese until it is mostly melted and creamy.
  10. 10
    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.

Keywords: chili, ground beef, mexican, cheese, toast, comfort food, spicy, onion, garlic, chili powder, cheddar, hearty, dinner, easy, skillet, simmer, protein, classic, warming, home-style
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