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Simple beef chili

Recipe Information

Description:
Simple beef chili is a delicious Mexican recipe usually served as a main dish. It requires about 15 minutes of prep time and about 30 minutes of cooking time for a combined total time of 45 minutes. The overall cooking skill level is considered easy. This recipe will yield 8 servings if prepared as directed.
Servings 8
Preparation Time 15 Minutes
Cook Time 30 Minutes
Total Time 45 Minutes
Difficulty Easy
Main Ingredient Ground Beef; Beans
Category Meat; Beans & Legumes
Meal Lunch; Dinner
Type Main Dish
Subtype Soup
Cuisine Mexican
Cook Method Boiling; Frying
Diet

Ingredients

  • 1 pound extra-lean ground beef

  • 1/2 cup chopped onion

  • 2 large tomatoes

  • 4 cups canned kidney beans, rinsed and drained

  • 1 cup celery, chopped

  • 1 teaspoon sugar

  • 1 1/2 tablespoons chili powder or to taste

  • Water, as desired

  • 2 tablespoons cornmeal

  • Jalapeño peppers, seeded and chopped, as desired

Directions

  • Sauté the ground beef and onion in a soup pot over medium heat. Drain well.

  • Add the tomatoes, beans, celery, sugar, and chili powder. Cover and cook 10 minutes, stirring frequently. Uncover and add water to desired consistency. Stir in the cornmeal. Cook 10 minutes.

  • Ladle into bowls and garnish with jalapeño 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

  • Carbohydrate: 27g

  • Fiber: 10g

  • Protein: 20g

  • Calcium: 74mg