When it comes to comfort food, few dishes satisfy like a hearty bowl of chili. With its rich, flavorful broth, tender meat, and medley of spices, chili is a meal that can warm your soul on even the coldest day. Whether you're a seasoned chili cook or a novice in the kitchen, the perfect recipe for "really awesome chili" is out there just waiting to be discovered. From classic slow-cooked recipes to quick and easy variations, there's a chili out there for every taste and skill level.
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AWESOME CHILI
This is our favorite chili. It took me awhile to finally get it right after experimenting with this & that, but, it has now paid off. This is a really nice tasting chili. Not too hot, just right.
Provided by Boca Pat
Categories Meat
Time 2h
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- Fry the green pepper, onion, celery& jalepeno peppers in alittle bit of oil until they are softened.
- Add the ground chuck& continue frying until all the meat is fully cooked.
- Drain, then return to pot& continue cooking adding the chili powder, cumin,Italian seasoning, sugar and salt& pepper.
- Mix well.
- Add the 2 cans of tomatoes, beer and boulion cubes.
- Bring to a boil, then cover and simmer for 1 hour.
- Add the drained kidney beans and simmer for another 1/2 hr.
- Add some shredded cheddar, raw onion and hot sauce to your bowl!
- Enjoy.
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.
REALLY AWESOME CHILI
This is my personal chili recipe, I really like it and hope you do too.
Provided by Brandon Squige Johnson
Categories Pork Chili
Time 8h55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large soup pot over medium heat, cook and stir the ground chuck and ground pork until the meat is browned, about 15 minutes, breaking the meat into crumbles as it cooks. Drain off the excess grease, reserving about 1/2 cup of drippings, and cook and stir the onion and garlic until they begin to brown, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the stout beer, tomato paste, water, beef stock, chili powder, cumin, Mexican oregano, smoked paprika, coriander seed, cocoa powder, chipotle-flavored hot sauce, cornmeal, and flour until thoroughly combined, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 148.7 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 41.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 477.2 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
REALLY AWESOME CHILI
This is my personal chili recipe, I really like it and hope you do too.
Provided by Brandon Squige Johnson
Categories Pork Chili
Time 8h55m
Yield 8
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- In a large soup pot over medium heat, cook and stir the ground chuck and ground pork until the meat is browned, about 15 minutes, breaking the meat into crumbles as it cooks. Drain off the excess grease, reserving about 1/2 cup of drippings, and cook and stir the onion and garlic until they begin to brown, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in the stout beer, tomato paste, water, beef stock, chili powder, cumin, Mexican oregano, smoked paprika, coriander seed, cocoa powder, chipotle-flavored hot sauce, cornmeal, and flour until thoroughly combined, and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, and simmer, stirring occasionally, for 8 hours.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 510.8 calories, Carbohydrate 15.8 g, Cholesterol 148.7 mg, Fat 31.5 g, Fiber 3.5 g, Protein 41.7 g, SaturatedFat 11.6 g, Sodium 477.2 mg, Sugar 5.3 g
BEST DAMN CHILI
After years of adjustments I have found a recipe for all to enjoy. Previous ones were either too hot or too mild, this one even was to the liking of my finance who hates chili.
Provided by Danny Jaye
Categories Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes Chili Recipes Beef Chili Recipes
Time 2h50m
Yield 12
Number Of Ingredients 28
Steps:
- Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat; cook and stir onion, bell pepper, Anaheim pepper, jalapeno peppers, and garlic in the hot oil until softened.
- Meanwhile, heat a large skillet over medium-high heat. Cook and stir beef in the hot skillet until browned and crumbly, 5 to 7 minutes; add Worcestershire sauce and garlic powder. Crumble bouillon cubes over beef and add beer. Continue to cook , scraping any browned bits from the bottom of the skillet, until liquid is hot, about 3 minutes. Stir beef mixture into pepper mixture.
- Stir crushed tomatoes, diced tomatoes, tomato paste, and wine to the beef mixture. Season with chili powder, 2 tablespoons cumin, brown sugar, pepper sauce, basil, paprika, salt, oregano, and black pepper. Bring to a boil and reduce heat to medium-low. Cover and simmer until meat and vegetables are very tender and flavors have developed in the chili, about 90 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Mix kidney beans into beef and vegetables. Continue to simmer until beans are hot, about 30 minutes more.
- Blend sour cream, cilantro, and remaining 1/2 teaspoon cumin in a food processor until smooth. Serve sour cream mixture with chili.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 406.3 calories, Carbohydrate 27.6 g, Cholesterol 74.4 mg, Fat 21.1 g, Fiber 7 g, Protein 25.2 g, SaturatedFat 7.8 g, Sodium 1014.5 mg, Sugar 7.4 g
THE BEST BOWL OF CHILI I'VE EVER HAD...
I actually took 5 chili recipes and took out all the things I didn't like and kept all the things I did. This has become my very own version of the perfect bowl of chili!
Provided by Dee Licious
Categories One Dish Meal
Time 1h
Yield 4-6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Cook ground beef in large frying pan.
- While cooking, stir and chop beef with spatula to crumble.
- Continue cooking for about 7 minutes or until the meat is brown and cooked through.
- Add the onion, garlic, chili powder, salt, cumin, oregano, cayenne, and tabasco.
- Cook while stirring, until onion is translucent, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer to large pot. Add the Kidney beans (juice and all), canned tomatoes (juice and all), the tomato paste, jalapenos (yep, juice and all), splenda (or sugar), and beer.
- Stir well and bring to a boil.
- Lower the heat to medium-low and simmer, uncovered, for 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Top individual bowls of chili with a dollop of sour cream and a generous sprinkle of cheese.
Tips:
- Use high-quality ingredients. Fresh, flavorful ingredients will make your chili taste better.
- Don't be afraid to experiment with different flavors. There are many ways to make chili, so don't be afraid to try new things.
- Let the chili simmer for a long time. This will allow the flavors to meld and develop.
- Serve the chili with your favorite toppings. Some popular toppings include cheese, sour cream, onions, and avocado.
Conclusion:
Chili is a delicious and versatile dish that can be enjoyed by people of all ages. It's perfect for a cold winter day or a summer cookout. With so many different recipes to choose from, there's sure to be a chili that everyone will love. So next time you're looking for a hearty and flavorful meal, give chili a try. You won't be disappointed.
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