AMERICA'S TEST KITCHEN SLOW COOKER WEEKNIGHT BEEF CHILI

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This comes from the America's Test Kitchen book called Slow Cooker Revolution.I made a few changes because of what I had on hand and it tasted amazing!So flavorful without a lot of heat,not much heat actually,which is how I like it.So this is my version of their recipe,made to suit what I had on hand and the tastes I like.

Provided by LuuvBunny

Time 6h

Yield 8-10 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 18

2 slices white bread, torn into quarters
1/4 cup whole milk
2 lbs ground beef
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 onions, minced
1/2 tablespoon chili powder
1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
6 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons taco seasoning
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 ounce) can mushrooms
1 cup green pepper, chopped
3 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon brown sugar

Steps:

  • Mash bread and milk into paste in large bowl using fork.Mix in ground beef,1/2 tsp salt and 1/2 tsp pepper.
  • Heat oil in 12 inch skillet over medium high heat until shimmering.Add onions,chili powder,tomato paste,garlic,taco seasoning,oregano,green peppers,mushrooms and cook until onions are softened and lightly browned 8-10 minutes.
  • Stir in beef mixture,1 pound at a time and cook,breaking up any large pieces with wooden spoon until no longer pink about 3 minutes per pound.Stir in remaining tomato paste,scraping any browned bits;transfer to slow cooker.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes,with its juice,beans,soy sauce and brown sugar into slow cooker.Cover and cook until beef is tender,6-8 hours on low or 5 hours on high.
  • This can also be made in a dutch oven or large pot and kept at a low simmer for 4-5 hours.

dxrk Btw
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This is my go-to chili recipe. It's always a crowd-pleaser and it's so easy to make.


Shazia Moazzam
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This chili is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. They love the hearty beef and flavorful sauce.


Abdullwahab Ahmadi
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I love that this chili is so easy to customize. I can add different spices or toppings to suit my taste.


Rachel Nelson
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This chili is a great way to use up leftover beef. It's also a great freezer meal, so I can always have a delicious meal on hand.


Aliasghar Ali Ak bar
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I made this chili for a potluck and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it and asked for the recipe.


Layla Leap
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This is the best chili recipe I've ever tried. It's so flavorful and delicious, and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Patricia Nyamungu
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I wasn't sure about using a slow cooker to make chili, but I'm so glad I tried this recipe. The chili turned out perfectly, and it was so easy to make.


Segun Oluwapemilerin
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This chili is hearty and filling, perfect for a cold night. The beef is tender and flavorful, and the sauce is rich and complex.


awais asghar
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I love that this chili is so versatile. I can add different toppings and sides to change up the flavor each time I make it.


Ms Taslema
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This chili is a lifesaver on busy weeknights. It's so easy to throw everything in the slow cooker and come home to a delicious meal.


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