Real Deal Chili
- Ready In:
- 45mins
- Ingredients:
- 18
- Serves:
-
4
ingredients
- 2 slices bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces
- 1 onion, coarsely chopped
- 3 garlic cloves, chopped (1 1/2 tablespoons)
- 2 tablespoons paprika
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons ground cumin
- 1 1⁄2 teaspoons dried oregano
- 1⁄2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
- 1 1⁄4 teaspoons salt
- 1⁄2 teaspoon pepper
- 2 lbs ground chuck
- 3 cups water
- 2 tablespoons fine cornmeal or 2 tablespoons masa harina
- 1 1⁄2 tablespoons cider vinegar or 1 1/2 tablespoons other vinegar
- chopped jalapeno
- chopped onions or scallion
- grated cheddar cheese
- lime wedge, and
- sour cream
directions
- in a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until just beginning to brown, about 4 minutes. Add onion and garlic, and cook for 30 seconds. Add paprika, cumin, oregano, cayenne, salt, pepper, and ground beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, and breaking up the meat with the side of the spoon, until the beef is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
- Stir in water, cornmeal, and vinegar, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid thickens, about 20 minutes. It may be necessary to add a little water to thin the chili. Serve hot, garnished with desired toppings.
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RECIPE SUBMITTED BY
Mary Butterfield
Columbus, Ohio
Hi all. I'm a 42 year old mother of two girls in their lower 20's. I love trying new recipes and cooking. I also love God and am a deacon in the Presbyterian church.