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Beef chili

Recipe Information

Description:
Beef chili is a delicious American recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 5 minutes of prep time and about 25 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 30 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 5 Minutes
Cook Time 25 Minutes
Total Time 30 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Beef; Beans
Category Beans & Legumes; Meat
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish; Side Dish
Subtype Condiment; Soup
Cuisine American
Cook Method Stove Top; Sautéing
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 pound extra-lean ground beef

  • 1/2 cup chopped onion

  • 2 large tomatoes (or 2 cups canned, unsalted tomatoes)

  • 4 cups canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained

  • 1 cup chopped celery

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder or to taste

  • Water, as desired

  • 2 tablespoons gluten-free cornmeal

  • Seeded and chopped jalapeño peppers, as desired

Directions

  • In a soup pot, add the ground beef and onion. Over medium heat, sauté until the meat is browned and the onion is translucent. Drain well.

  • Add the tomatoes, kidney beans, celery, sugar, and chili powder to the ground beef mixture. Cover and cook for 10 minutes, stirring frequently.

  • Uncover and add water to desired consistency. Stir in cornmeal. Cook for at least 10 minutes more to allow the flavors to blend.

  • Ladle into warmed bowls and garnish with jalapeno peppers, if desired. Serve immediately.

Nutrition (per serving)

  • Calories: 254 cal

  • Total fat: 8g

  • Saturated fat: 3g

  • Monounsaturated fat: 3g

  • Cholesterol: 40mg

  • Sodium: 348mg

  • Potassium: 378mg

  • Protein: 20g

  • Carbohydrate: 27g

  • Fiber: 10g

  • Calcium: 74mg