Betty's Beef Chili With Beans

Submitted by Chef LauraMD

"A wonderful rich chili recipe made with condensed tomato soup that gives the chili a velvety texture."

 

• Ready In: 3hrs 20mins
• Ingredients: 12
• Serves: 6-8

ingredients

• 1 -2 lb ground beef
• 1 onion, chopped
• 2 stalks celery, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1⁄4 cup red bell pepper, chopped (optional)
• 1 -2 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 teaspoon salt and pepper
• 1 (28 ounce) can diced tomatoes
• 2 (10 3/4 ounce) cans condensed tomato soup (Campbell's)
• 2 (15 1/2 ounce) cans light red kidney beans, drained (Hanover)
• 3 tablespoons masa corn flour or 3 tablespoons cornmeal
• 1⁄2 cup water

directions

1. Brown ground beef in an large pan or skillet.
2. Add onion, celery, garlic and peppers (optional).
3. Saute 5 minutes.
4. Drain grease, I pour my into a large colander.
5. Add chili powder, start with 1 T, you can always add more later! Sometimes I grate in a zucchini into the chili, too add a veggie!
6. Add salt and pepper.
7. Pour in all the tomatoes and drained kidney beans.
8. Cook 2-3 hours to let the flavor develop.
9. Add in more chili powder if you desire.
10. Stir in the masa/cornmeal and water together and mix into the chili to thicken.
11. Serve with your favorite toppings - ours are Fritos, onions and shredded cheddar!