Crock Pot Chili Con Carne With Beans

Description

🏆 Dive into the winning flavors of this “First Place” Crock Pot Chili Con Carne, awarded at a country fair! 🌶️ The infusion of fresh tomatoes and chili peppers creates a vibrant and satisfying taste that will tantalize your taste buds and warm your soul. Perfect for weeknight dinners or gatherings with large groups, this recipe promises a burst of deliciousness in every spoonful.

• Cook Time: 10 hours
• Prep Time: 20 minutes
• Total Time: 10 hours 20 minutes
• Recipe Category: Weeknight
• Keywords: For Large Groups

Nutritional Information (Per Serving)

• Calories: 374.4
• Fat Content: 22.2g
  • Saturated Fat: 7.7g
• Cholesterol Content: 64.3mg
• Sodium Content: 759.9mg
• Carbohydrate Content: 23.2g
  • Fiber: 8.8g
  • Sugar: 4.8g
• Protein Content: 23.2g

Ingredients

Instructions

1. Cook Bacon: Begin by frying the bacon until it starts to brown. Once crispy, transfer it into the crock pot.

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2. Brown Ground Beef: In the same skillet with the bacon drippings, brown the ground beef until it’s cooked through and nicely browned.

3. Combine Ingredients: Into the crock pot with the cooked ground beef, add the canned kidney beans, crushed tomatoes, tomato paste, chopped onions, chili powder, cayenne pepper, and beef broth.

4. Prepare Pepper Puree: Remove the stems from the fresh jalapenos and cut them into chunks. In a food processor, combine the jalapenos, garlic cloves, and whole fresh tomatoes. Puree until smooth.

5. Incorporate Puree: Pour the pepper and tomato puree into the crock pot, stirring well to evenly distribute the flavors amongst the other ingredients.

6. Slow Cook: Set your crock pot to low and let the mixture simmer for 10-12 hours, or if you’re short on time, you can cook it on high for 5-6 hours. The slow cooking process allows all the flavors to meld together beautifully.

7. Enhance Flavor: The puree of peppers and garlic ensures a harmonious blend of flavors throughout the chili. The addition of fresh tomatoes adds moisture to the puree, enhancing its texture and taste.

8. Handle with Caution: Keep in mind that serrano chilies, though small in size, pack a punch and are three times hotter than jalapenos, so use them sparingly and handle them with care.

Tips for Success

• For a spicier kick, consider adding additional cayenne pepper or diced jalapenos.
• Serve your chili con carne piping hot with a dollop of sour cream, shredded cheese, and a sprinkle of chopped green onions for a delightful finish.
• This recipe is perfect for batch cooking and freezes well, making it a convenient option for meal prep or leftovers.

Embrace the warmth and richness of this award-winning Crock Pot Chili Con Carne recipe, and let its aromatic flavors become a staple in your kitchen repertoire. Whether enjoyed on a cozy night in or shared with loved ones at a gathering, this chili is sure to impress with its unbeatable taste and comforting aroma. 🥣✨