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Favorite Chili

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This hearty Favorite Chili is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings or lazy weekends. Made with coarsely ground beef chuck, it offers a robust meaty texture that stands up to long simmering times. The combination of pinto or kidney beans and fresh tomatoes creates a thick, savory sauce packed with deep flavors. Slow cooking allows the spices to meld perfectly with the ingredients, resulting in a dish that tastes even better the next day. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for feeding a crowd, meal prepping for the week, or serving with cornbread and cheese. Simple yet satisfying, this recipe brings authentic home-style warmth to your table without any complicated techniques.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 1
Calories: 626.0
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This hearty Favorite Chili is the ultimate comfort food for chilly evenings or lazy weekends. Made with coarsely ground beef chuck, it offers a robust meaty texture that stands up to long simmering times. The combination of pinto or kidney beans and fresh tomatoes creates a thick, savory sauce packed with deep flavors. Slow cooking allows the spices to meld perfectly with the ingredients, resulting in a dish that tastes even better the next day. It&# 226;ÂÂs perfect for feeding a crowd, meal prepping for the week, or serving with cornbread and cheese. Simple yet satisfying, this recipe brings authentic home-style warmth to your table without any complicated techniques.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 pound Beans, pinto or kidney *
  • 2 pound Tomatoes
  • 2 pound Beef chuck; coarsely ground
Directions
  1. 1
    If using dry beans, rinse them thoroughly and soak in water for several hours or overnight.
  2. 2
    Parboil the soaked dry beans in a saucepan of water for 30 minutes until slightly softened, then drain well.
  3. 3
    In a large bowl, combine the coarsely ground beef chuck with the prepared beans.
  4. 4
    Add chopped onions, green bell pepper, crushed garlic, diced tomatoes, chili powder, cumin, and pepper to the bowl.
  5. 5
    Transfer all ingredients into the slow cooker in the order listed.
  6. 6
    Stir the mixture once to ensure even distribution of spices and vegetables.
  7. 7
    Cover the slow cooker and cook on LOW for 10 to 12 hours, or on HIGH for 5 to 6 hours.
  8. 8
    Taste and adjust salt and seasoning before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 1

Amount Per Serving
Calories 626.0kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 34.6g54%
Saturated Fat 13.6g68%
Cholesterol 177.1mg60%
Sodium 178.2mg8%
Total Carbohydrate 12.8g5%
Dietary Fiber 4.3g18%
Sugars 7.8g
Protein 62.1g125%

* 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, beef, slow cooker, beans, comfort food, american, hearty, dinner, spicy, tomato, cumin, onion, garlic, bell pepper, crockpot, family style, meal prep, winter, savory, chuck
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