🌶️ Get ready for a flavor explosion with our Pedernales River Chili Con Carne II, a steaming bowl of red perfection that will warm your heart and ignite your soul! 🌶️
Pedernales River Chili Con Carne II
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 1 hour
Total Time: 1 hour 10 minutes
Servings: 12
Description:
It’s Chili Time! When the weather finally turns cool, there’s nothing like indulging in a steaming “Bowl of Red” – Chili, a dish that transcends being just a spicy stew. To an aficionado, it’s a craving, a passion, a simmered symphony of meat and chile peppers that warms the heart and inspires the soul. The exact origin of chili remains a mystery, with some believing it originated in the chuckwagon kitchens of the Southwest. Legend has it that a cook, running out of black pepper, stumbled upon red chile peppers, giving birth to the sizzling stew we now know and love as “chili.” Over time, it gained popularity in Texas and beyond.
Ingredients:
- 4 pounds lean beef
- 1 onion
- 2 garlic cloves
- 1 teaspoon oregano
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 6 tablespoons chili powder
- 2 cans tomatoes
- Salt to taste
- 2 cups water
Nutritional Information (per serving):
- Calories: 296.1
- Fat: 17.8g
- Saturated Fat: 7.7g
- Cholesterol: 105.8mg
- Sodium: 150.5mg
- Carbohydrates: 5.1g
- Fiber: 1.6g
- Sugar: 2.6g
- Protein: 30.1g
Recipe Instructions:
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Brown Meat with Onion and Garlic: In a culinary dance, brown the lean beef with finely chopped onions and minced garlic until the meat is cooked through, rendering a symphony of savory aromas.
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Add the Rest of Ingredients: Sprinkle in the oregano and cumin, creating a melody of earthy tones. Then, generously dust the stage with chili powder, infusing the dish with its bold, smoky character. Add the canned tomatoes, bringing a harmonious balance to the ensemble.
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Bring to a Boil, Lower Heat, and Simmer: Let the flavors unite as you bring the concoction to a rolling boil, then gracefully lower the heat. Allow the chili to simmer for an hour, covered in the skillet or pot, like a slow-cooked ballad of taste.
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Skim Off Grease: As the composition simmers, like a chef conducting a masterpiece, skim off any excess grease that rises to the surface. This ensures a refined and balanced finale.
🎉 There you have it – Pedernales River Chili Con Carne II, a culinary masterpiece that captures the essence of chili’s rich history and tantalizes your taste buds with a perfect blend of spices and hearty goodness. Serve it piping hot, and brace yourself for a chili experience that’s nothing short of legendary! 🌶️🍲✨
