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Best Chili Recipe

Best Chili Recipe

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  • Author: Sarah
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 45 minutes
  • Total Time: 1 hour
  • Yield: Serves approximately 10 people 1x
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Simmering
  • Cuisine: American

Description

Indulge in the ultimate comfort food with this Best Chili Recipe, a hearty blend of flavors that’s perfect for family dinners, game day gatherings, or impressing guests. This chili features succulent ground beef, crispy bacon, and a trio of beans simmered to perfection in a rich tomato base. Topped with creamy sour cream and shredded cheese, it’s not just a meal; it’s an experience that will warm your heart and satisfy your taste buds.


Ingredients

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  • 6 strips bacon, chopped
  • 1 red onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, chopped
  • 1.5 pounds ground beef
  • 1 can kidney beans (15 oz), drained
  • 1 can pinto beans (15 oz), drained
  • 1 can black beans (15 oz), drained
  • 1 can fire-roasted tomatoes (15 oz)
  • 1 cup beef stock
  • Spices: chili powder, cumin, smoked paprika

Instructions

  1. In a large pot over medium heat, cook chopped bacon until crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  2. Sauté onion and bell pepper in the same pot until tender.
  3. Add ground beef and brown completely.
  4. Stir in all remaining ingredients along with half the cooked bacon.
  5. Simmer for at least 45 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  6. Serve hot with remaining bacon and desired toppings.


Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup (240g)
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 5g
  • Sodium: 950mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 10g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 8g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg