When it comes to comfort food, nothing beats a warm bowl of chili. With its hearty flavors and aromatic spices, this dish is sure to satisfy everyone at the table. Moms Perfect Chili is a classic recipe that has been passed down through generations, and with good reason. Made with fresh ingredients and a blend of seasonings, this chili is a true crowd-pleaser. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a comforting dish to serve at a potluck, Moms Perfect Chili is the perfect choice.
Here are our top 7 tried and tested recipes!
SIMPLE, PERFECT CHILI
Ree Drummond's Simple, Perfect Chili recipe from The Pioneer Woman on Food Network will be a new comfort-food favorite for your family.
Provided by Ree Drummond : Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 1h40m
Yield 6 to 8 servings
Number Of Ingredients 15
Steps:
- Place the ground beef in a large pot and throw in the garlic. Cook over medium heat until browned. Drain off the excess fat, and then pour in the tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, oregano, salt and cayenne. Stir together well, cover, and then reduce the heat to low. Simmer for 1 hour, stirring occasionally. If the mixture becomes overly dry, add 1/2 cup water at a time as needed.
- After an hour, place the masa harina in a small bowl. Add 1/2 cup water and stir together with a fork. Dump the masa mixture into the chili. Stir together well, and then taste and adjust the seasonings. Add more masa paste and/or water to get the chili to your preferred consistency, or to add more corn flavor. Add the beans and simmer for 10 minutes. Serve with shredded Cheddar, chopped onions, tortilla chips and lime wedges.
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 EASY CHILI
I used Mom's chili recipe and added a few things of my own over the years. I put it together in the crock pot the night before, throw it in the fridge (just the crock), then before leaving for work the next morning I put the crock in the base, plug it in and it's yummy when I get home.
Provided by Color Guard Mom
Categories Low Cholesterol
Time 8h30m
Yield 10-12 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Brown ground beef and drain.
- Put all ingredients in crock pot and stir well.
- Cook on low for 8 to 10 hours, or high for 4 to 6 hours. I also like to take the lid off the crock pot the last hour or two (when I'm home) to allow some of the water to burn off.
MOM'S CHILI
Quick, easy, yummy chili from Texas.
Provided by Bailey
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Beef Chili Recipes
Time 2h10m
Yield 4
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- In a large saucepan over medium-high heat, cook beef and onion until meat is brown. Stir in beans, diced tomatoes, chili seasoning, salt, pepper, chili powder and water. Reduce heat and simmer 2 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 381.5 calories, Carbohydrate 26.8 g, Cholesterol 69.7 mg, Fat 18.7 g, Fiber 8.4 g, Protein 27 g, SaturatedFat 7 g, Sodium 1701.1 mg, Sugar 4.1 g
MOM'S EASY CHILI
This chili goes together fairly quickly--it only simmers for about 45 minutes to an hour, instead of for several hours like some chili recipes. It makes a good weeknight dinner; I love it best with cornbread, although biscuits are nice, too. Usually by the time the cornbread or biscuits are done, so is the chili.
Provided by Halcyon Eve
Categories Beans
Time 1h15m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 11
Steps:
- Heat oil in saute pan or deep skillet and brown beef. Drain any extra fat. Add garlic and cook 1-2 minutes longer.
- Add onion and celery and saute 3-4 minutes or until onions are just tender.
- Add beans (with liquid from one can), one can of tomato sauce, chili powder, and bay leaf and stir to combine. If not saucy enough or not tomatoey enough, add another can of tomato sauce.
- Bring just to a simmer, reduce heat, and simmer down, stirring occasionally, to desired thickness (about 45 minutes to an hour, depending on how thick you like it).
- Serve hot, garnished with cheese and sour cream as desired.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 378.6, Fat 9.7, SaturatedFat 2.2, Cholesterol 46.8, Sodium 880.5, Carbohydrate 43.9, Fiber 14, Sugar 7.8, Protein 31.3
MOM'S CROCKPOT CHILI RECIPE
This Crockpot or Slow Cooker Chili is going to change your life. It is so simple to make, smells absolutely amazing all day long as it cooks, and is so easy.
Provided by Momma Cyd
Categories Main Course Soup
Time 6h10m
Number Of Ingredients 10
Steps:
- Cook hamburger and onion together until hamburger is browned all the way through. Drain grease. Then add to crockpot.
- Add all remaining ingredients together in crockpot.
- Cook on High for 3 hours or low for about 6 hours.
- Pour into bowls. We like to add cheese and corn chips on top.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 271 kcal, Carbohydrate 26 g, Protein 16 g, Fat 12 g, SaturatedFat 5 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 40 mg, Sodium 302 mg, Fiber 7 g, Sugar 8 g, ServingSize 1 serving
MOM'S PERFECT CHILI
Smoky tomato flavors lead the way in this comforting classic. This is the perfect chili recipe in my opinion--it's not so fancy that it's intimidating at all, but it's definitely a step above chili packet recipes and chili beans. Serve topped with desired garnishes, such as jalapeno, green or white white onion, cheese, sour cream, cilantro, and hot sauce.
Provided by NicoleMcmom
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 24
Steps:
- Heat 1 1/2 teaspoons oil in large Dutch oven over medium-high heat. Add ground beef and cook, crumbling with a spoon until evenly browned and cooked through, about 8 minutes. Drain and set aside.
- Add remaining oil to the pot and return to medium-high heat. Add onion and saute, stirring often, until translucent, about 5 minutes. Add poblano, bell, and jalapeno peppers and garlic; cook, stirring frequently until softened, about 5 minutes.
- Stir in chili powder, cumin, paprika, sugar, salt, pepper, garlic powder, cayenne, and oregano; cook for 1 minute. Add beer and stir, scraping any small brown bits from the bottom of the pot. Add crushed and fire-roasted tomatoes, tomato puree, beef stock, chipotle pepper, and adobo sauce; stir until well combined. Bring to a simmer, stirring often.
- Stir in beef and kidney beans; return to a simmer. Cover, reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for at least 3 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 296.3 calories, Carbohydrate 31.2 g, Cholesterol 40.3 mg, Fat 9.6 g, Fiber 10.5 g, Protein 21.6 g, SaturatedFat 3.1 g, Sodium 823.3 mg, Sugar 3.4 g
Tips:
- Use a variety of beans: Different beans offer different textures and flavors, so using a mix will give your chili a more complex and satisfying taste.
- Don't skimp on the spices: Chili is a dish that should be packed with flavor, so don't be afraid to use a generous amount of spices. Chili powder, cumin, and paprika are all essential, and you can also add other spices to your taste, such as cayenne pepper, garlic powder, or onion powder.
- Simmer for a long time: The longer you simmer your chili, the more time the flavors will have to develop. Aim to simmer for at least 2 hours, or even longer if you have the time.
- Add some chocolate: Chocolate may seem like an unusual ingredient for chili, but it actually adds a rich and complex flavor that really enhances the other spices. Use a good-quality dark chocolate, and don't add too much, or it will overpower the other flavors.
- Serve with your favorite toppings: Chili is a versatile dish that can be served with a variety of toppings. Some popular options include shredded cheese, sour cream, guacamole, and salsa. You can also serve it over rice, pasta, or potatoes.
Conclusion:
This recipe is a great starting point for making a delicious chili, but feel free to experiment with different ingredients and flavors to create your own unique version. With a little practice, you'll be able to make a chili that everyone will love.
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