Numero Uno Chili
Description
This savory chili combines ground beef and pork with kidney beans, tomato juice, and a complex blend of spices including cocoa and cinnamon. Simmered for over an hour, it develops a deep, rich flavor perfect for a satisfying family dinner. The optional cornmeal helps thicken the broth and bind the fats for a hearty texture.Ingredients
Directions
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In a large skillet over medium heat, warm the oil. Add onions and cook, stirring occasionally, until tender, about 20 minutes.
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Meanwhile, in a 4 to 5-quart heavy flameproof casserole or Dutch oven over medium heat, combine beef and pork. Season with 2 tablespoons salt and cook, stirring often, until meat has lost all its pink color and is evenly crumbled, about 20 minutes.
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Scrape onions into the casserole with the meats. Stir in chili powder, cumin, oregano, cocoa, cinnamon, and cayenne pepper. Cook, stirring, for 5 minutes.
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Stir in tomato juice and beef stock. Bring to a boil, then lower heat and simmer, uncovered, for 1 hour.
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Taste, correct seasonings, and simmer another 30 minutes or until chili is thickened to your liking.
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Stir in the garlic. To thicken the chili further or to bind any surface fats, stir in the optional cornmeal.
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Stir in the beans and simmer another 5 minutes.
Nutrition Facts
Servings 6 servings
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 379kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 15.1g24%
- Saturated Fat 5.0g25%
- Cholesterol 57mg19%
- Sodium 1089mg46%
- Total Carbohydrate 32.7g11%
- Dietary Fiber 8.5g34%
- Sugars 3.3g
- Protein 29.4g59%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
chili, beef, pork, kidney beans, american, cumin, cocoa, cinnamon, oregano, tomato juice, cornmeal, simmered, comfort food, dinner
