If you’re in the mood for a hot, hearty meal this winter, you don’t have to look further than a bowl of chili. Not only does chili go with various other dishes, but it’s also easy to make. You can prepare it for lunch or dinner. Moreover, the leftovers are great too. But don’t think you must resort to opening a can and microwaving the chili. Instead, try this delicious homemade recipe and share it with your family.
An Overview
This homemade chili is something the whole family can enjoy. Furthermore, you don’t need to spend much time preparing it. It takes a total of an hour and 40 minutes to make. It also serves up to eight people, which is perfect if you have a big family or want some leftovers the next day.
What You’ll Need
The chili does take several ingredients. However, the time, effort, and cost of assembling these items will be well worth it. Plus, you may have many of these ingredients on hand already. Here’s what to get to start making this fabulous chili:
- 2 pounds of ground beef
- 1/4 teaspoon of cayenne pepper
- Two garlic cloves, chopped
- One can of tomato sauce (8 ounces)
- 2 tablespoons of chili powder
- 1 teaspoon of ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon of ground oregano
- One 15-ounce can of pinto beans, drained and rinsed
- One 15-ounce can of kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- Lime wedges for serving
- Shredded cheddar for serving
- Tortilla chips for serving
- Chopped onions for serving
- 1 teaspoon of salt
- 1/4 cup of masa harina
Beginning Steps
Once you have all the ingredients, get a large pot and place the ground beef and the garlic. Brown the ground beef over medium heat. After you drain the excess fat, pour in the cayenne, tomato sauce, salt, chili powder, oregano, and cumin. Then stir these ingredients together well. Afterward, you’ll want to cover the pot and turn the heat to low. Simmer this mixture for one hour, only stirring every several minutes.
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Finishing Up
Lastly, once you have simmered the mixture, put the masa harina in a small bowl. Then add half a cup of water and stir the mixture well. Put this mixture into the chili and stir thoroughly. You should then put in the beans and simmer the chili for another 10 minutes. After this time, it should be ready to eat. You can serve it with cheddar cheese, chopped onions, tortilla chips, and lime wedges.
Your whole family may have just found a new favorite dish. This delicious chili is just what you need this winter to warm you up. Make it today.
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