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Western Chili Con Carne

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This Western Chili Con Carne is a robust and comforting dish that captures the essence of home-style cooking. Featuring tender ground beef, savory beans, and a deep, aromatic blend of spices like cumin, paprika, and chili powder, it offers a satisfying texture and bold flavor profile. The addition of cornmeal creates a uniquely thick and hearty consistency. Perfect for chilly evenings, potlucks, or busy weeknights, this chili is versatile enough to be served alone, over rice, or with cornbread. It&# 226;€™s a timeless favorite that delivers warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful.
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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 4
Calories: 292.2
Dietary: Gluten-free
Description
This Western Chili Con Carne is a robust and comforting dish that captures the essence of home-style cooking. Featuring tender ground beef, savory beans, and a deep, aromatic blend of spices like cumin, paprika, and chili powder, it offers a satisfying texture and bold flavor profile. The addition of cornmeal creates a uniquely thick and hearty consistency. Perfect for chilly evenings, potlucks, or busy weeknights, this chili is versatile enough to be served alone, over rice, or with cornbread. It&# 226;€™s a timeless favorite that delivers warmth and satisfaction in every spoonful.
Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Chopped onion
  • 1 Clove Garlic, minced
  • 2 tablespoon Oil
  • 3/4 pound Ground beef
  • 3 1/3 cup Cooked, drained beans
Directions
  1. 1
    Heat oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add chopped onion and minced garlic, sautéing until tender and translucent, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2
    Add the ground beef to the pot. Cook, breaking it apart with a fork, until browned and no longer pink. Drain excess fat if necessary.
  3. 3
    Stir in the drained beans, 1 cup of water, 3 teaspoons chili powder, 1 teaspoon paprika, 3/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon crushed oregano, 1/4 teaspoon pepper, 1/8 teaspoon ground cumin, 1 bay leaf, and optional dash of cayenne pepper. Add the canned tomatoes, crushing them slightly with a spoon.
  4. 4
    Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer gently for 1 to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally to prevent sticking.
  5. 5
    In a small bowl, mix 4.5 teaspoons of yellow cornmeal with a splash of cold water to create a smooth slurry.
  6. 6
    Uncover the chili and increase heat to medium. Slowly stir the cornmeal slurry into the chili, mixing constantly to avoid lumps.
  7. 7
    Continue to cook and stir for another 5-10 minutes until the chili has thickened to your desired consistency.
  8. 8
    Remove and discard the bay leaf. Taste and adjust seasoning with salt and pepper if needed.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 4

Amount Per Serving
Calories 292.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 20.3g32%
Saturated Fat 6.2g31%
Cholesterol 66.4mg23%
Sodium 62.6mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 3.0g1%
Dietary Fiber 0.5g2%
Sugars 1.3g
Protein 22.5g45%

* 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, con carne, american, western, beef, beans, ground beef, slow cooker, comfort food, spicy, hearty, dinner, vegetarian option, cumin, tomato, onion, garlic, simmered, protein, meal prep, crowd pleaser
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