Mom’s Chili Recipe
Description: This is the chili recipe that my mom has made for our family since I was a child. This recipe is not spicy nor is it bound together with tomato sauce/paste. It’s a hearty, comforting dish perfect for cozy family dinners or chilly evenings.
Recipe Category: Beans
Keywords: Meat, Weeknight, Stove Top, < 4 Hours
- Cook Time: 1 hour 20 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 35 minutes
Servings: 8
Ingredients:
| Quantity | Ingredient |
|---|---|
| 2 | onions |
| 1 | garlic clove |
| 2 cups | boiling water |
| 2 tbsp | chili powder |
| 1 can | diced tomatoes |
| 1 tsp | salt |
| 1 tsp | dried oregano |
| 1 tsp | dried basil |
| 2/3 cup | red wine |
| 2 cans | kidney beans |
| 1 pound | ground chuck |
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 338.2
- Fat: 13.9g
- Saturated Fat: 4.2g
- Cholesterol: 73.7mg
- Sodium: 1005.4mg
- Carbohydrates: 19.5g
- Fiber: 5.4g
- Sugar: 3.1g
- Protein: 27.9g
Instructions:
-
Saute Aromatics: In a large pot, saute oil, onion, garlic, and ground chuck until the ground chuck is browned. You can drain off excess oil at this point if desired.
-
Prepare Chili Base: In a small bowl, dissolve chili powder in boiling water. Add this chili powder/water mixture to the meat mixture in the pot. Mix well to combine.
-
Incorporate Tomatoes and Herbs: Add diced tomatoes, salt, oregano, and basil to the meat mixture in the pot. Mix everything together until well combined.
-
Simmer Covered: Cover the pot and let the chili simmer over low heat for 1 hour, allowing the flavors to meld and develop.
-
Add Wine and Beans: After 1 hour, stir in the red wine and kidney beans. Let the chili simmer uncovered over low heat for another 20 minutes, allowing the flavors to deepen further.
-
Serve and Enjoy: Once the chili is done, ladle it into bowls and serve hot. You can garnish with toppings like shredded cheese, sour cream, or chopped cilantro if desired.
This Mom’s Chili recipe is a cherished family favorite, passed down through generations, and guaranteed to warm your soul with every spoonful. Enjoy the comforting flavors and share the love with your loved ones! 🌶️🥣✨
