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Chili Con Carne


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  • Author: Chef John
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: None

Description

This hearty chili con carne is made with ground beef, kidney beans, and topped with sour cream and cheddar cheese.


Ingredients

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  • 1 lb lean ground beef
  • 1 can (15 oz) kidney beans, drained
  • 1 can (14 oz) diced tomatoes
  • 1 medium onion, chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • to taste salt and pepper
  • ½ cup sour cream
  • ½ cup shredded cheddar cheese

Instructions

  1. Sauté onion in olive oil over medium heat until soft (about 5 minutes). Add garlic and cook for another minute.
  2. Add ground beef to the pot; brown for about 6-8 minutes. Drain excess fat.
  3. Stir in chili powder, cumin, salt, and pepper; cook for 2 minutes.
  4. Add diced tomatoes and kidney beans; bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low and simmer uncovered for at least 20 minutes.
  5. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed. Serve hot with sour cream and cheddar cheese on top.

Notes

  • This chili can be made ahead of time and tastes even better the next day.
  • Serve with cornbread or over rice for a complete meal.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 4g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg