Chili con Carne
A hearty beef and kidney bean chili simmered with tomatoes, peppers, garlic, and warm spices.
Instructions
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Step 1
Prepare the chopped onion and bell pepper and mince the garlic. Drain and rinse the kidney beans.
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Step 2
Heat the olive oil in the Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the onion and bell pepper and cook until softened.
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Step 3
Add the beef and cook over medium-high heat, breaking it into small pieces, until browned and no pink areas remain.
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Step 4
Reduce to medium heat. Add the garlic, chili powder, cumin, paprika, oregano, and tomato paste; stir until fragrant and the paste darkens slightly.
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Step 5
Stir in the canned tomatoes, beef stock, salt, and black pepper. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat, then reduce to low heat and simmer uncovered.
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Step 6
Add the kidney beans and continue simmering over low heat until the beans are hot and the chili is thick.
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Step 7
Confirm the chili has reached at least 71°C, then remove it from the heat and let it stand briefly before serving.
Nutrition (Estimated)
Food safety
Caution: medium
Cook the chili to at least 71°C. Refrigerate leftovers within 2 hours in shallow containers and use within 3 to 4 days, or freeze for longer storage.
Risk factors
- raw ground beef
- large batch requiring prompt cooling
- hot, thick liquid