Tarah’s Chili Con Carne 🌶️
Description: This chili con carne recipe has been perfected over time by Tarah and her best friend. It’s a dish that has undergone numerous alterations, evolving into a delightful blend of flavors. Your feedback is always welcome!
- Cook Time: 50 minutes
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 55 minutes
- Servings: 6
- Calories: 566.9 per serving
Ingredients:
- 1 tablespoon cumin
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- 1 1/2 tablespoons sugar
- 1 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 tablespoon chili powder
- 2 cups water
- 1 can (15 ounces) red kidney beans, drained and rinsed
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1 pound ground beef (or your choice of ground meat)
Instructions:
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Prepare Ingredients: Begin by gathering and preparing all the ingredients. Mince the garlic cloves and drain and rinse the red kidney beans.
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Sauté Garlic: In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté gently until fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
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Cook Meat: Add the ground beef to the pan with the garlic. Break up the meat with a spoon and stir until it’s browned evenly.
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Seasoning: Stir in the salt, chili powder, and cumin, ensuring they are evenly distributed throughout the meat mixture.
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Simmer: Pour in the water and bring the mixture to a simmer. Let it cook for approximately 25 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld together and the meat to become tender.
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Add Tomato Paste and Sugar: After 25 minutes, add the tomato paste and sugar to the pan. Continue to cook for an additional 15 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens slightly.
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Incorporate Kidney Beans: Finally, add the drained and rinsed red kidney beans to the pan. Stir well to combine and allow the beans to heat through.
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Serve: Once the chili con carne is heated through and the flavors have developed, it’s ready to serve. Ladle it into bowls and garnish with your favorite toppings, such as grated cheese, sour cream, diced onions, or chopped cilantro.
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Enjoy: Serve this hearty chili con carne with warm tortillas, rice, or crusty bread for a satisfying meal that’s perfect for chilly nights or casual gatherings with friends and family.
This recipe is not only delicious but also versatile. Feel free to adjust the seasoning according to your taste preferences, adding more or less chili powder for heat, or experimenting with different types of beans for variation. And don’t forget to share your feedback with Tarah – she’s always eager to hear how her recipe turns out for others!
