The origins of chili con carne trace back to the Spanish. As with different ground beef based dishes, it can be combined with a variety of vegetables and spices. It is an perfect recipe for beginners. It makes an excellent dish when cooked for parties or social gatherings.
In colder countries, it is a perfect winter’s dish. There is nothing nicer on a cold winters day, than sitting down by a warm fire with a steaming hot bowl of chili. This dish is also excellent served with homemade rolls and a fresh garden salad. One other thing that is a must with this dish is a delightful cold beer.
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- 1/2 kg ground beef
- 1 red bell pepper, diced
- 1 green bell pepper, diced
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 large can crushed tomatoes
- 1/2 cup spaghetti sauce or tomato sauce
- 1/4 cup celery, diced
- 1/2 cup button mushrooms, chopped
- 2 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 medium cans kidney beans, strain
- Salt and pepper to taste
- pinch crushed pepper
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- Servings: 5
- Time: 1 hour
- Level: Easy
- Cuisine: Mexican, American
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- Place in ground beef in a preheated pan, and fry over medium heat until light brown; drain excess oil.
- In the same pan, add in onion and garlic. Saute until soft and fragrant for a few minutes. Add in chili powder and a pinch of crushed pepper. Stir until combined.
- Add the can of crushed tomatoes and spaghetti sauce. Stir and simmer over low heat for at least 40 – 45 minutes, until sauce thickens and beef is cooked.
- Add kidney beans, green peppers, mushrooms, and red peppers. Stir until combined. Cover and simmer for at least 45 minutes. Salt and pepper to taste.
- Turn off heat and serve.
