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A bowl of rich, red chili con carne garnished with fresh herbs

Best way to grow the perfect Chili con Carne

While you cannot "grow" Chili con Carne, this recipe provides instructions to make a delicious and perfect pot of chili, featuring rich flavors and a hearty consistency.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 2 hours
Total Time 2 hours 20 minutes
Servings: 6 people
Calories: 450
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 2 lbs ground beef
  • 1 large onion, chopped
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 28 oz can diced tomatoes
  • 15 oz can kidney beans, rinsed
  • 15 oz can black beans, rinsed
  • 2 cups beef broth
  • 3 tbsp chili powder
  • 2 tsp cumin
  • 1 tsp paprika
  • 1 tsp dried oregano
  • 0.5 tsp cayenne pepper
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 0.5 tsp black pepper

Equipment

  • large pot
  • Dutch oven

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. In a large pot or Dutch oven, brown the ground beef over medium-high heat, then drain any excess fat.
  2. Add the chopped onion and minced garlic to the pot, cooking until the onion softens and becomes translucent.
  3. Stir in the diced tomatoes, kidney beans, black beans, and beef broth.
  4. Add chili powder, cumin, paprika, dried oregano, cayenne pepper, salt, and black pepper, mixing well to combine all ingredients.
  5. Bring the chili to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 60 minutes, or up to 2 hours, stirring occasionally for best results.
  6. Taste and adjust seasonings as needed before serving.

Notes

For extra flavor, let the chili simmer longer, up to 3-4 hours on low heat. Garnish with shredded cheese, sour cream, or fresh cilantro if desired.