Best 6 South Philly Chili With Homemade Whiz Wit And Pretzel Croutons Recipes

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Prepare your taste buds for a culinary journey to the heart of Philadelphia, where the iconic South Philly Chili with Homemade Whiz Wit and Pretzel Croutons awaits. This dish is a delectable symphony of flavors, textures, and aromas that will transport you to the vibrant streets of South Philly, where the aroma of sizzling chili fills the air and the sound of laughter and chatter fills the local diners. Get ready to embark on a delicious adventure as we delve into the secrets of creating this legendary dish, showcasing the perfect blend of savory, meaty chili, creamy whiz wit, and crunchy pretzel croutons.

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SOUTH PHILLY CHILI WITH HOMEMADE “WHIZ WIT” AND PRETZEL CROUTONS



SOUTH PHILLY CHILI WITH HOMEMADE “WHIZ WIT” AND PRETZEL CROUTONS image

Categories     Soup/Stew     Pork     Kid-Friendly     Tailgating     Simmer

Yield 12 bowls

Number Of Ingredients 34

South Philly Chili:
1 tbsp .Olive Oil
2 ½ tsp. Garlic, minced
1 ½ lbs. Sweet Italian Sausage, thinly sliced
1 ½ lbs. Spicy Italian Sausage, thinly sliced
1 Hot Cherry Pepper, minced
1 medium Eggplant, cut into bite sized cubes
1 large Zucchini, cut into bite sized cubes
1 can White Beans, drained and rinsed
1 ½ c. Sweet Roasted Yellow and Red Peppers, chopped
2 cans Crushed Whole Tomatoes
1 can Beef Broth
3 tbsp. Tomato Paste
1 ½ tsp. Chili Powder
1 tbsp. Fresh Basil, chopped
¼ tsp. Fresh Oregano, chopped
½ tsp. Salt
¼ tsp. Cracked Black Pepper
Homemade Whiz Wit:
3tbsp. Butter
3tbsp. Flour
2c. Whole Milk
1 ¼ c. Sharp Cheddar, shredded
½ c, Sharp Provolone, shredded
½ tsp. Salt
1/8 tsp. Cracked Black Pepper
1 tbsp. Olive Oil
1 lg. Spanish Onion, chopped
¼ c. White Cooking Wine
Pretzel Croutons:
3 Soft Pretzels, cut into bite sized cubes
2 tbsp. Olive Oil
¼ tsp. Garlic Powder
¼ tsp. Mustard Powder

Steps:

  • South Philly Chili Preparation: In a large soup pot heat olive oil over medium high heat, saute garlic and sausages until golden brown. Add cherry peppers, eggplant and zucchini and saute until tender. Drain off excess oil and add beans, roasted peppers, crushed tomatoes, beef broth and tomato paste and stir to incorporate. Bring chili to a simmer, reduce heat to low and add chili powder, basil, oregano, salt and pepper. Cook chili for 25-30 minutes stirring occasionally. Keep hot until ready to serve. Homemade Whiz Wit Preparation: In a medium sauce pot melt butter over medium heat, add flour and stir to create a roux. Pour in whole milk, whisk and bring to a simmer. Whisk in cheddar and provolone cheese half a cup at a time until completely melted and sauce begins to thicken. Season with salt and pepper and reduce heat to low, making sure to stir occasionally to keep sauce from browning on the bottom. In a large skillet heat olive oil over medium high heat. Add onions add saute until caramelized, stirring frequently. Deglaze pan with cooking wine and continue to cook until wine has evaporated. Stir caramelized onions into cheese sauce. Keep hot until ready to serve. Pretzel Croutons Preparation: Preheat oven to 400 F. Toss pretzel cubes in a large metal bowl with olive oil, garlic powder and mustard powder. Bake for 8-10 minutes or until pretzels are crunchy and golden brown . To serve ladel chili into bowls, spoon cheese sauce over top and garnish with pretzel croutons.

KAREN'S PHILLY CHILI



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This was a friend's recipe that I modified so much I now call it my own. It is great on chilly days, but we have it in the summer also. You can make it as hot as you like, but with 4 kids, I have to keep it on the mild side. With a nice warm loaf of home baked bread, it is a hearty meal.

Provided by Karen..

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 2h10m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 lbs ground beef (or combination) or 2 lbs turkey (or combination)
1 large onion, chopped
1 garlic cloves, chopped fine or 1 teaspoon garlic powder
3 tablespoons chili powder
1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes or 3 -4 large chopped fresh tomatoes
1 (14 ounce) can beef broth
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can cannellini beans or 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can great northern beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can red kidney beans or 1 (15 1/2 ounce) can black beans, drained and rinsed
1 teaspoon salt
cayenne pepper (I start out with a few shakes) or crushed red pepper flakes, to taste (I start out with a few shakes)
Mexican blend cheese (optional) or monterey jack cheese, shredded (optional)
chopped raw onion (optional)
sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • Brown meat over medium heat in a large pot or dutch oven and drain grease.
  • Add Onion and Garlic and when transparent, add Chili Powder.
  • Cook about 5 minutes and then add remaining ingredients.
  • Simmer, uncovered for about 2 hours, stirring occasionally, until desired consistency.
  • Serve with cheese, onions and sour cream for toppings if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 411.4, Fat 18.4, SaturatedFat 7, Cholesterol 77.1, Sodium 894.8, Carbohydrate 31.1, Fiber 10.2, Sugar 2.2, Protein 31.5

'WHIZ WIT' CHILI



'Whiz Wit' Chili image

For those of you not from the Philadelphia area, 'whiz wit' it how we order our cheesesteaks (meaning Cheez Whiz® with onions). This is a recipe I came up with combining two of my favorite foods, the cheesesteak and chili. This is a great recipe to make for parties or the big game. Throw it in a slow cooker to keep warm, and it feeds an army.

Provided by Dan

Categories     Chili

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup olive oil, or as needed, divided
1 large onion, thickly sliced
1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste
1 large green bell pepper, thickly sliced
1 pound thinly sliced boneless beef steak (chip steak), sliced into strips 1 inch wide
1 (1.25 ounce) package chili seasoning mix
1 (16 ounce) jar pasteurized processed cheese spread (such as Kraft® Cheez Whiz®)
1 ½ cups spicy tomato sauce, or more to taste
1 (6.5 ounce) can tomato sauce, or as needed
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • Heat enough olive oil to lightly coat onions in a large pot over medium heat. Stir onion into the oil, season with garlic salt, and cook until tender, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove onions to a plate lined with paper towel to drain.
  • Heat more oil in the pot as needed to coat bell peppers completely in oil. Stir green bell pepper into the hot oil and season with garlic salt. Cook and stir pepper until tender, about 5 minutes; transfer to plate lined with paper towel to drain.
  • Heat more oil in the pot as needed to coat beef completely in oil. Stir sliced beef into the hot oil; season with garlic salt. Cook the beef, breaking apart clumped pieces with a spoon as you stir, until mostly browned, about 5 minutes. Season beef with chili seasoning mix and continue cooking until the beef is no longer pink, 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • Stir processed cheese spread into the beef mixture. Pour spicy tomato sauce over the beef and stir until the cheese and sauce are smoothly mixed. Add just enough tomato sauce to the beef mixture so the beef can simmer in liquid but is not submerged; add kidney beans, cooked onion, and cooked pepper. Add more tomato sauce to the mixture again to just coat the ingredients. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the beef and beans reach your desired texture, 30 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 82.3 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.9 g, Sodium 1850.6 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

CHUNKY SOUTHWEST CHILI



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What started out as a mild, basic chili has evolved over the years into a chili with a punch! -Shawn Barto, Winter Garden, Florida

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Lunch

Time 2h

Yield 10 servings (about 2-1/2 quarts).

Number Of Ingredients 12

6 dried ancho or guajillo chiles or a mixture (about 3 ounces)
3 tablespoons olive oil, divided
3 pounds beef stew meat, trimmed and cut into 1-inch cubes
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1-1/2 teaspoons salt
1/2 teaspoon pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
2-2/3 cups water, divided
1 bottle (46 ounces) V8 juice
1 can (14-1/2 ounces) beef broth
Sliced seeded jalapeno peppers, optional

Steps:

  • In an enameled cast-iron Dutch oven over medium heat, toast chiles 2-3 minutes (do not burn). Remove from heat; transfer to a small bowl. Add hot water to cover. Soak 30 minutes., Meanwhile, in the same pot, heat 2 tablespoons olive oil over medium heat. Brown beef in batches. Remove with a slotted spoon. Add onion and remaining oil to pot; cook and stir until onion is tender, about 5 minutes. Add garlic; cook 1 minute more. Remove from heat., Drain and split chiles, discarding stems and seeds. Pulse, covered, with salt, pepper, cumin and 2/3 cup water in a blender until pureed, adding water if needed (mixture should be a slightly runny paste)., Return beef to pot, and pot to stovetop. Add V8 juice, broth, chili mixture and remaining water. Bring to a boil. Reduce heat; simmer, uncovered, stirring occasionally, until thickened and meat is tender, 1-1/2 to 1-3/4 hours. If desired, top with jalapeno pepper slices.

Nutrition Facts :

THE BEST HOMEMADE CHILI RECIPE



The Best Homemade Chili Recipe image

The Best Homemade Chili (in our opinion) made with ground beef, tomatoes, beans, peppers and other seasonings for a flavorful meal everyone will love.

Provided by Elyse Ellis

Categories     Main Course     Soup

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 17

1 pound ground beef
1 onion (diced)
1 green bell pepper (diced)
1 jalapeno pepper (seeded and minced)
10 ounces Rotel Tomatoes and Green Chiles (1 can)
16 ounces tomato sauce (2 (8 ounce cans))
2 Tablespoons cumin
2 Tablespoons chili powder
1 teaspoon salt
½ teaspoon cayenne pepper
½ teaspoon paprika
14 ounces kidney beans (1 can, rinsed and drained)
14 ounces black beans (1 can, rinsed and drained)
1 cup water
shredded cheddar cheese (for topping)
avocado (for topping)
sour cream (for topping)

Steps:

  • Cook ground beef, onion, jalapeño and green pepper in a large pot over medium-high heat until beef is cooked.
  • Drain excess grease.
  • Stir in diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, cumin, chili powder, salt, cayenne pepper and paprika.
  • Bring to a boil.
  • Reduce heat to low, add beans and water, then cover and let simmer for 1 hour.
  • Serve hot and top with shredded cheddar cheese, avocado and sour cream.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 247 kcal, Carbohydrate 31 g, Protein 23 g, Fat 4 g, SaturatedFat 1 g, TransFat 1 g, Cholesterol 35 mg, Sodium 668 mg, Fiber 11 g, Sugar 5 g, UnsaturatedFat 3 g, ServingSize 1 serving

'WHIZ WIT' CHILI



'Whiz Wit' Chili image

For those of you not from the Philadelphia area, 'whiz wit' it how we order our cheesesteaks (meaning Cheez Whiz® with onions). This is a recipe I came up with combining two of my favorite foods, the cheesesteak and chili. This is a great recipe to make for parties or the big game. Throw it in a slow cooker to keep warm, and it feeds an army.

Provided by Dan

Categories     Chili

Time 1h20m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 10

¼ cup olive oil, or as needed, divided
1 large onion, thickly sliced
1 pinch garlic salt, or to taste
1 large green bell pepper, thickly sliced
1 pound thinly sliced boneless beef steak (chip steak), sliced into strips 1 inch wide
1 (1.25 ounce) package chili seasoning mix
1 (16 ounce) jar pasteurized processed cheese spread (such as Kraft® Cheez Whiz®)
1 ½ cups spicy tomato sauce, or more to taste
1 (6.5 ounce) can tomato sauce, or as needed
1 (15 ounce) can kidney beans, rinsed and drained

Steps:

  • Heat enough olive oil to lightly coat onions in a large pot over medium heat. Stir onion into the oil, season with garlic salt, and cook until tender, 7 to 10 minutes. Remove onions to a plate lined with paper towel to drain.
  • Heat more oil in the pot as needed to coat bell peppers completely in oil. Stir green bell pepper into the hot oil and season with garlic salt. Cook and stir pepper until tender, about 5 minutes; transfer to plate lined with paper towel to drain.
  • Heat more oil in the pot as needed to coat beef completely in oil. Stir sliced beef into the hot oil; season with garlic salt. Cook the beef, breaking apart clumped pieces with a spoon as you stir, until mostly browned, about 5 minutes. Season beef with chili seasoning mix and continue cooking until the beef is no longer pink, 2 to 3 minutes more.
  • Stir processed cheese spread into the beef mixture. Pour spicy tomato sauce over the beef and stir until the cheese and sauce are smoothly mixed. Add just enough tomato sauce to the beef mixture so the beef can simmer in liquid but is not submerged; add kidney beans, cooked onion, and cooked pepper. Add more tomato sauce to the mixture again to just coat the ingredients. Reduce heat to medium-low and simmer until the beef and beans reach your desired texture, 30 to 60 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 469.5 calories, Carbohydrate 20.9 g, Cholesterol 82.3 mg, Fat 34.5 g, Fiber 4.9 g, Protein 20.3 g, SaturatedFat 14.9 g, Sodium 1850.6 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

Tips:

  • Use a variety of chili peppers to create a complex flavor. Be sure to include some hot peppers for a bit of spice.
  • Toast the cumin and coriander seeds before grinding them to bring out their flavor.
  • Use a high-quality beef broth for the best flavor.
  • Simmer the chili for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours, to allow the flavors to meld.
  • Serve the chili with your favorite toppings, such as shredded cheese, sour cream, and chopped onions.
  • For the Whiz Wit, use a smooth and creamy cheese spread, such as Cheez Whiz or Velveeta.
  • Toast the pretzel rolls or buns before adding the Whiz Wit.
  • For the Pretzel Croutons, use stale pretzels that have been cut into cubes.
  • Toss the pretzel cubes with melted butter and seasonings before baking them in the oven.

Conclusion:

This South Philly Chili with Homemade Whiz Wit and Pretzel Croutons is a delicious and hearty meal that is perfect for a cold winter day. The chili is packed with flavor, thanks to the variety of chili peppers and spices. The Whiz Wit is a creamy and cheesy topping that adds a touch of richness. And the Pretzel Croutons are a crunchy and flavorful addition that adds a bit of texture. This chili is sure to be a hit with your family and friends.

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