Italian Style Chili
Description
This Italian-style chili offers a comforting fusion of traditional beef chili flavors with the bright, savory notes of Italian cuisine. By incorporating jarred pasta sauce and whole tomatoes, the dish achieves a rich, robust texture that is both hearty and satisfying. The addition of optional pepperoni and mushrooms adds depth and a unique smoky kick, distinguishing it from standard red chilies. Perfect for a cozy weeknight dinner, this meal comes together quickly using pantry staples. It pairs beautifully with crusty bread or over spaghetti noodles for a complete, family-friendly feast that brings warmth and flavor to your table.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large kettle or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef with the chopped onion over medium heat, breaking up the meat as it cooks.
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Drain any excess fat from the cooked beef and onion mixture.
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Add the pasta sauce, water, whole tomatoes, pepperoni, mushrooms, beef bouillon, chili powder, and sugar to the pot.
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Stir well to combine all ingredients and bring the mixture to a boil.
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Reduce the heat to low, cover the pot, and simmer for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
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Serve hot, garnished as desired.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 1
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 352.5kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 17.5g27%
- Saturated Fat 6.9g35%
- Cholesterol 88.5mg30%
- Sodium 88.8mg4%
- Total Carbohydrate 14.3g5%
- Dietary Fiber 2.4g10%
- Sugars 4.6g
- Protein 32.2g65%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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