How to Make Chili con Carne II - A Step-by-Step Guide

Chili con Carne, a classic Tex-Mex dish, is a flavorful and satisfying meal that is perfect for a cozy evening at home or for feeding a crowd. The rich, spicy flavors of the chili combined with the hearty texture of the meat and beans create a dish that is both comforting and delicious.

This particular recipe for Chili con Carne II is a slightly modernized take on the traditional dish, with a few unique ingredients and cooking techniques that elevate the flavor and overall experience....

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Ingredients

  • 5 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 large onions, chopped
  • 1 chile pepper, chopped
  • 5 cloves garlic, chopped
  • 2 pounds lean ground beef
  • 3 (14.5 ounce) cans whole peeled tomatoes with liquid, chopped
  • 1 ½ teaspoons salt
  • 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1 ½ tablespoons ground cumin
  • ½ tablespoon chili powder
  • 2 tablespoons paprika
  • 2 tablespoons dried oregano
  • 2 cinnamon sticks
  • 6 whole cloves
  • 2 (15.25 ounce) cans red kidney beans, rinsed and drained

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 45 mins
  • Total Time: 1 hr 5 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 10 servings

  • In a medium sized stock pot, heat the oil over medium heat. Saute onion, chile pepper and garlic until soft. Add ground beef: cook and stir until meat is browned.
  • Pour in tomatoes with liquid, salt, pepper, cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, cinnamon sticks, and cloves. Cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
  • Stir in kidney beans, and cook another 15 minutes. Remove cinnamon sticks before serving.
  • Nutrition

    397 cal.

    • Total Fat: 19g
    • Saturated Fat: 6g
    • Cholesterol: 62mg
    • Sodium: 917mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 33g
    • Dietary Fiber: 7g
    • Total Sugars: 11g
    • Protein: 24g
    • Vitamin C: 26mg
    • Calcium: 131mg
    • Iron: 6mg
    • Potassium: 589mg