Savor the flavors of this award-winning chili con carne

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Savor the flavors of this award-winning chili con carne
Prep Time:
20 mins
Cook Time:
60 mins
Total Time:
80mins
Category:
Recipe by Administrator
Published on April 04, 2024

This award-winning chili con carne recipe is a crowd-pleaser, perfect for gatherings or cozy nights in. Packed with hearty beans, savory meat, and a blend of spices, it's sure to warm you up from the inside out.

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground beef
  • 1 onion, diced
  • 3 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
  • 1 can of diced tomatoes
  • 1 can of tomato sauce
  • 2 tbsp chili powder
  • 1 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Optional toppings: shredded cheese, sour cream, chopped green onions

Directions

  1. In a large pot, cook the ground beef over medium heat until browned.
  2. Add the diced onions and garlic, sauté until fragrant.
  3. Stir in the kidney beans, diced tomatoes, tomato sauce, chili powder, cumin, paprika, salt, and pepper.
  4. Simmer on low heat for 30-40 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  5. Serve hot with your choice of toppings.

Interesting Facts

  • Chili con carne is the official dish of Texas.
  • The first recorded recipe for chili con carne dates back to the early 1800s in San Antonio, Texas.
  • Chili was originally made with dried beef, chili peppers, garlic, and onions.