In the realm of culinary comfort, few dishes evoke nostalgia and warmth quite like a classic chili. This timeless recipe, believed to have originated in the vibrant border towns of Texas and Mexico, has captured the hearts and palates of generations with its rich and flavorful blend of spices, tender meats, and hearty beans. Whether enjoyed on a chilly autumn evening or served as a hearty centerpiece at a tailgate party, a well-crafted chili possesses the ability to transform a simple meal into a cherished culinary experience. As you embark on this culinary adventure, let us guide you through the essential steps and variations that will lead you to the perfect pot of classic chili, sure to become a staple in your kitchen.
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CLASSIC CHILI
Mom's homemade chili recipe was the best! She knew just the right ingredients to put her 'stamp' on it. I could eat it with my eyes closed and know it was hers. It amazed me that she could put it together in so little time. -Marjorie Carey, Alamosa, Colorado
Provided by Taste of Home
Time 2h
Yield 12 servings (3 quarts).
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- In a Dutch oven or large soup kettle, saute green pepper, onions and celery in oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Add ground beef and cook until browned; drain. Stir in tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce and seasonings. Bring to a boil; reduce heat. Cover and simmer for 1-1/2 hours, stirring occasionally. Add kidney beans. Simmer, uncovered, 10 minutes longer. If desired, serve with tortilla chips.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 259 calories, Fat 10g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 47mg cholesterol, Sodium 708mg sodium, Carbohydrate 23g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 20g protein.
MOM'S CLASSIC BEEF CHILI
A classic ground beef and beans chili, updated!
Provided by Kristen
Time 1h45m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place a large frying pan over medium-high heat until hot, about 45 seconds. Add 1 tablespoon oil, then add peppers and onion; saute until soft, about 6 minutes. Add garlic and saute until fragrant, about 2 minutes. Transfer mixture to a large soup pot and set aside.
- Increase the heat under the frying pan to high and let the pan get very hot, about 90 seconds. Add 1 tablespoon oil, then add 1/2 of the ground beef; cook and stir in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, about 6 minutes. Transfer to the soup pot, and drain and discard grease from the frying pan. Repeat with remaining oil and beef.
- Add tomatoes, broth, chili powder, tomato paste, cumin, oregano, salt, and cayenne pepper to the beef mixture; bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Reduce heat to low and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 45 minutes.
- Add kidney beans and black beans; simmer until beans are heated through, about 15 minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 366.8 calories, Carbohydrate 26.6 g, Cholesterol 55.7 mg, Fat 19.6 g, Fiber 9.7 g, Protein 23.3 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 904.9 mg, Sugar 2.1 g
CLASSIC CHILI RELLENOS WITH ANAHEIM PEPPERS
Anaheim's are very popular in Southwestern US Cuisine.Also called "New Mexican Chile". These were developed by Dr. Fabian Garcia in New Mexico about 100 yrs ago who was seeking a chile pepper that was bigger, fleshier, and milder. They got the name "Anaheim" when a farmer named Emilio Ortega brought these seeds to the Anaheim area in the early 1900's. This chile can be roasted and peeled and used in recipes or stuffed to make chile rellenos just as the Poblano Chile. Adapted from a Chili site.
Provided by Sharon123
Categories Cheese
Time 27m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- To roast chilies:.
- Place chile peppers on an aluminum foil-lined baking sheet.
- Broil 5 inches from the heat (with electric oven door partially open) 5 minutes on each side or until chile peppers are blistered.
- Place chile peppers in a heavy-duty zip-top plastic bag; seal.
- Let stand 10 minutes to loosen skins.
- Peel peppers, leaving stems attached.
- Make a slit in the side of each chile, remove seeds, and stuff with cheese sticks.
- Dredge chiles with flour. Beat egg whites until they become stiff and peaks form. Beat yolks with water, 3 tablespoons flour and salt until thick and creamy. Fold the yolks into the whites and dip the chiles in the mixture.
- Fry in 2-3 inches of oil until they become golden brown.(I usually use about an inch and turn them over).
- Serve with your favorite salsa, refried beans and yellow rice for a great south of the border meal!
Nutrition Facts : Calories 96.5, Fat 3.7, SaturatedFat 1.2, Cholesterol 139.5, Sodium 202.6, Carbohydrate 9.8, Fiber 1, Sugar 2.9, Protein 6.4
CLASSIC CHILI
Provided by Food Network Kitchen
Categories main-dish
Time 1h
Yield 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- Heat the oil in a large pot over medium-high heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook, stirring, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes. Add the tomato paste, chili powder, cumin, coriander and oregano. Cook, stirring, until brick red, 2 minutes.
- Add the beef, 1 teaspoon salt and a few grinds of pepper and continue to cook, stirring, until no longer pink, 3 to 4 minutes. Add the beans, tomatoes, 1 cup water and 1/2 teaspoon salt. Bring to a simmer and cook, adjusting the heat as needed and stirring occasionally, until thickened, 35 to 45 minutes. Season with salt.
CLASSIC CHILI MIX
Enjoy this full-flavored chili seasoning that'll heat up your holiday gift-giving. The mix is on the mild side, which is nice for those who aren't partial to extra-spicy food. To raise the "temperature," just add more chili powder. -Bernice Morris, Marshfield, Missouri
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings per batch.
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Combine the first eight ingredients; divide into six batches (a scant 1/2 cup each). Store in airtight containers. Yield: 6 batches. , To prepare chili: In a large saucepan, cook beef over medium heat until no longer pink; drain. Stir in one batch of chili mix, beans, tomatoes, green pepper and water; bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes. Garnish with sour cream if desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 379 calories, Fat 15g fat (6g saturated fat), Cholesterol 75mg cholesterol, Sodium 931mg sodium, Carbohydrate 31g carbohydrate (7g sugars, Fiber 7g fiber), Protein 30g protein.
PRESSURE COOKER CLASSIC BEEF CHILI
Chili in the electric pressure cooker is super fast and extremely convenient. This version is on the gently spiced side, so if you're looking for more heat, feel free to increase the chili powder or add a big pinch of cayenne - or throw a couple of extra jalapeños into the pot. Keep in mind that the leaner the beef, the less flavorful the chili. Eighty percent is a good bet here. You can also substitute ground pork or dark meat turkey. Leftover chili freezes like a dream.
Provided by Melissa Clark
Categories soups and stews, main course
Time 1h
Yield 4 to 6 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Heat the oil in the pressure cooker (see Tip) set to the sauté function on high if possible. Add beef, spread it over the bottom of the pot over the oil, and let it brown without stirring for 7 minutes. Give it a good stir and sauté for 1 more minute, then use a slotted spoon to transfer it to a plate. Season meat with 1 teaspoon salt.
- Stir in onion, bell pepper, jalapeño, garlic and 1/2 teaspoon salt; cook until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder, tomato paste, and cumin, cook until fragrant, about 1 minute. Stir in beef and any juices from the plate, oregano, tomatoes, beans and remaining 1/2 teaspoon salt, then cover and cook on high pressure for 8 minutes. Let pressure release naturally.
- Stir in cilantro and a squeeze or two of lime juice, then taste and adjust seasonings if necessary. Serve with sour cream, avocado and pickled jalapeño if you like.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 390, UnsaturatedFat 12 grams, Carbohydrate 29 grams, Fat 21 grams, Fiber 9 grams, Protein 22 grams, SaturatedFat 7 grams, Sodium 793 milligrams, Sugar 6 grams, TransFat 1 gram
CLASSIC CROCK POT BEEF CHILI
This recipe comes from the Slow cooker email group on yahoo. The perfect combination of tomatoes, beans and beef. So simple to throw together in the morning and wonderful to come home to.
Provided by redplaid huf
Categories Lunch/Snacks
Time 4h5m
Yield 6-8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 9
Steps:
- Brown meat, add garlic and onion. Add chili powder and cumin. Heat through.
- In crock pot mix tomatoes, beans, chilies and paste. Add meat mixture.
- Crock on high for 4-5 hours or on low for 7-8 hours.
MICROWAVE CLASSIC CHILI
For several years I taught a microwave cooking class sponsored by a local department store. Class participants raced about this recipe the most and were amazed it takes less that 20 minutes to cook! - Joanna Johnson, Vestal, New York
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 30m
Yield 4-6 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 7
Steps:
- Crumble the beef into a 2-qt. microwave-safe bowl. Add onion; mix well. Cover and microwave on high for 3 minutes or until meat is no longer pink; drain. Stir in the tomatoes, chili powder and mustard; mix well. Cover and microwave on high for 6-1/2 minutes. Add beans and mix well. Cover and microwave on high for 2 minutes longer. Add salt and pepper.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 calories, Fat 9g fat (4g saturated fat), Cholesterol 50mg cholesterol, Sodium 305mg sodium, Carbohydrate 20g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 5g fiber), Protein 21g protein.
BIG P'S CLASSIC CHILI
My family loves this recipe. Kid-friendly, great for sleepover nights. The key is to chop all veggies big so the flavors get incorporated but they're able to be picked out by the picky eater. Pair with honey cornbread and call 'come and get it!'
Provided by Tina Reyna
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Beef Chili Recipes
Time 2h5m
Yield 10
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Heat vegetable oil in a Dutch oven or large soup pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, celery, and garlic in the hot oil until tender, about 5 minutes. Stir ground beef into onion mixture; cook and stir until ground beef is browned and crumbly, 5 to 10 minutes. Drain grease.
- Stir tomatoes, tomato sauce, water, Worcestershire sauce, chili powder, garlic powder, oregano, salt, and pepper into ground beef mixture; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to medium-low, cover, and simmer, stirring occasionally, until flavors blend, about 1 1/2 hours. Add kidney beans; simmer for 10 more minutes.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 324.2 calories, Carbohydrate 24 g, Cholesterol 55.7 mg, Fat 16.3 g, Fiber 8.1 g, Protein 21.7 g, SaturatedFat 5.8 g, Sodium 871.9 mg, Sugar 5.5 g
WICK FOWLER'S CLASSIC CHILI ENCHILADAS (12 ENCHILADAS)
I am a Wick Fowler chili head, but after I made these enchiladas tonight with my left over chile, I am now a Wick Fowler enchilada head too. You normally get those watered down enchiladas, but these are different.These are awesome with the thicker chili, cheese and additional onion. Make the chili the day before, then reheat the chili in the microwave a little the day you make the enchiladas so it spoons easily and go for a real treat and keeper. My favorite enchilada recipe was just replaced with this one tonight!
Provided by OneEyeJack
Categories Meat
Time 45m
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 5
Steps:
- Dip each tortilla in hot oil, turning once to soften.
- Blot on paper towels. (I did not use the cooking oil to soften the corn tortillas, I wrapped all 12 in a paper towel, sprinkled water on the paper towel, and put them in the microwave for a minute.).
- Spoon about 2 tablespoons of Wick Fowler Chili down the middle of the tortilla.
- Sprinkle on the grated cheese and onion.
- Roll up and place seam down in baking dish.
- Cover the rolled tortillas with the remaining chili, onion and grated cheese, in that order.
- Bake at 350F for about 30 minutes or until cheese is melted and enchiladas are hot.
CLASSIC CHILI WITH BEANS
Make and share this Classic Chili With Beans recipe from Food.com.
Provided by DaHomeCooker
Categories Beans
Time 2h20m
Yield 16 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Bring water to a boil and add bouillon.
- Once bouillon has dissolved, add remaining ingredients except macaroni.
- Reduce heat and simmer for 2 hours stirring occasionally.
- Add macaroni if desired - don't continue to cook after adding or macaroni will turn to mush.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 217.4, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 3.5, Cholesterol 38.6, Sodium 251.3, Carbohydrate 17.8, Fiber 5.5, Sugar 3.4, Protein 16
CLASSIC CHILI CON CARNE
This is a classic recipe from Robb Walsh, a Texas food historian and a restaurateur: no beans. In the Texas spirit, it does, however, call for three pounds of meat - boneless chuck, buffalo or venison. There is also some bacon for good measure. This is a hearty meal, great for a cold day when the best thing to do is to stay in and watch that other Texas religion, football.
Provided by Jennifer Steinhauer
Categories dinner, main course
Time 3h
Yield 8 to 10 servings
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- For the chile powder: Place the chiles flat in a cast-iron skillet over medium heat and cook, turning as needed, until lightly toasted. Transfer to a plate to cool. Put the cumin seeds in the hot pan and stir until fragrant. Transfer to a bowl to cool.
- Using scissors, cut the chiles into small strips. Using a spice grinder or a clean coffee grinder, grind in batches into a powder. Pour into a bowl. Grind the cumin seeds into a powder and add to the bowl. Add the oregano and garlic powder. If the mixture is still coarse, grind again until fine. Reserve 3 1/2 tablespoons for the chili; save the rest in a jar.
- For the chili: In a Dutch oven over medium heat, stir the cumin seeds until fragrant, about 1 minute. Pour onto a work surface and using a small, heavy skillet, crush them coarsely. Set aside.
- Return the pot to medium-high heat, add the bacon and fry until crisp, 5 to 8 minutes. Transfer to paper towels to drain.
- Increase the heat to high. Working in small batches, add the beef cubes to the pot and cook, stirring, until well browned on all sides. Using a slotted spoon, transfer the beef to a bowl.
- Reduce the heat to medium, add the onions to the remaining bacon drippings and sauté until lightly browned, about 8 minutes.
- Add the crushed cumin, reserved chili powder, paprika, oregano, black pepper, thyme, salt and garlic and cook, stirring often, for 1 minute. Crumble in the bacon and add the broth, tomatoes, 1 cup water, anchos and the browned beef. Increase the heat to high and bring to a boil, then decrease the heat to low, cover partly and simmer for 2 hours, until the meat is very tender. Add water as needed to maintain a good chili consistency.
- Remove the anchos, purée them in a food processor or blender and return the purée to the pot. Stir well, simmer for a few minutes to blend the flavors and serve.
Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 342, UnsaturatedFat 10 grams, Carbohydrate 14 grams, Fat 17 grams, Fiber 5 grams, Protein 36 grams, SaturatedFat 6 grams, Sodium 557 milligrams, Sugar 5 grams, TransFat 0 grams
Tips:
- Choose the right chili base: Beef, turkey, chicken, or even vegetarian options like beans or lentils can all make a great chili. Consider the flavors you're aiming for and the dietary preferences of your guests.
- Use a variety of chili peppers: The type and amount of chili peppers you use will determine the heat level of your chili. For a milder chili, use fewer peppers or milder varieties like Anaheim or poblano peppers. For a spicier chili, use more peppers or hotter varieties like habanero or cayenne peppers.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different ingredients: Chili is a versatile dish that can be customized to your liking. Add your favorite vegetables, spices, and herbs to create a unique and flavorful chili. Some popular additions include corn, black beans, kidney beans, tomatoes, onions, garlic, cumin, chili powder, and oregano.
- Simmer your chili for a long time: The longer you simmer your chili, the more time the flavors will have to develop. Aim to simmer your chili for at least 1 hour, or even longer if you have the time. This will result in a rich and flavorful chili that is sure to impress your guests.
- Serve your chili with your favorite toppings: Chili is often served with a variety of toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, diced onions, and crushed tortilla chips. Encourage your guests to customize their bowls of chili with their favorite toppings.
Conclusion:
With so many different recipes and variations to choose from, there's sure to be a chili recipe that everyone will enjoy. Whether you like your chili mild or spicy, beefy or vegetarian, there's a recipe out there for you. So get creative and experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your own unique chili recipe.
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