KITTENCAL'S CHILI, SIMPLE AND DELICOUS

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This is THE best recipe for chili that I have found yet. My 5 kids and husband and I all love it!! We eat it year round, not just in the fall and winter months because it's that good.

Provided by NCmomof5

Categories     Meat

Time 2h15m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

2 lbs lean ground beef
2 medium onions, chopped
1 green bell pepper, seeded and chopped
6 large garlic cloves, minced (the more garlic the better so don't skimp!)
2 teaspoons dried oregano (rubbed between fingers to release the flavor)
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes (or adjust to taste)
2 -3 tablespoons mild chili powder
2 teaspoons cumin
4 (14 1/2 ounce) cans stewed tomatoes (with juice and undrained)
1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce
2 teaspoons salt, to taste (I use seasoned salt)
2 (15 ounce) cans red kidney beans, with juice
shredded cheddar cheese (optional)
sour cream (optional)

Steps:

  • In a large pot brown the ground beef with onion and green bell pepper until no longer pink; drain all fat.
  • Add in garlic, oregano and chili flakes; cook stirring until browned (about 12-15 minutes, for the best flavor the meat must be slightly browned).Add in chili powder and cumin; cook stirring for 2 minutes.
  • Add in stewed tomatoes with the juice, tomato sauce and seasoned salt; bring to a boil over medium heat stirring.
  • Reduce heat to low and cook uncovered for 1-1/2 hours stirring occasionally (can simmer longer, the long the better!).
  • Stir in the beans with their liquid and continue to cook for another 30 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Ladle into bowls then top with cheddar cheese and dollup of sour cream if desired.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 431.6, Fat 12.9, SaturatedFat 4.8, Cholesterol 73.7, Sodium 1465.1, Carbohydrate 46.4, Fiber 12.5, Sugar 12.2, Protein 35.6

Jitu Roy
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This chili is the best I've ever had. I will definitely be making it again and again.


Samir Acharya
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I love that this chili is so versatile. You can add or omit ingredients to suit your own taste.


Md Sahajada
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This chili is a great way to use up leftover turkey or chicken.


Rodrigo Gonzalez
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I made this chili in my Dutch oven over the campfire. It was the perfect meal for a camping trip.


Ronnie Kiyaga
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I'm a vegetarian, so I used veggie crumbles instead of ground beef. It turned out great!


Jiban Stha
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This chili is way too time-consuming to make. I won't be making it again.


Shabansiddique Muhammadsiddique
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my chili turned out too salty. I think I'll use less salt next time.


Valentine Ofoni
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I was disappointed with this chili. It was bland and lacked flavor.


Eleanor McKenzie
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This chili is a bit too spicy for my taste, but my husband loves it. I'll probably use less chili powder next time.


Afifa Saleem
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I made this chili in my Instant Pot, and it turned out great. It was done in just 30 minutes!


Abusu Rasheed
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, so I used less chili powder than the recipe called for. It was still plenty flavorful.


Ojiugo George
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This chili is perfect for a cold winter day. It's so warm and comforting.


Esther Minga
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I love the addition of cinnamon to this chili. It gives it a unique and delicious flavor.


B0X K1TTY
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This is my new go-to chili recipe. It's so flavorful and hearty.


Dewortor Kwasi
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I made this chili for a potluck, and it was a huge success. Everyone loved it!


Sovit pokhrel
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This chili is so easy to make, and it's so delicious. I love that I can just throw everything in the slow cooker and let it cook all day.


Benlex
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I was a bit hesitant to try this recipe because I'm not a big fan of chocolate in chili, but I'm glad I did. The chocolate actually adds a nice depth of flavor without being overpowering.


Ssevubya Fred
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I've made this chili recipe several times now, and it's always a hit with my family and friends. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Samia Hanif
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This chili recipe is a keeper! It's simple to make, yet packed with flavor. I especially love the addition of chocolate and cinnamon - they give the chili a unique and delicious taste.