Cocoa Chili

Submitted by senseicheryl

"Cocoa in chili? Yes, indeed. It lends a deep, rich flavor to the chili and will leave your guests wondering what the secret ingredient was. This recipe is from the "Betty Crocker Country Favorites" Cookbook."

 

• Ready In: 1hr 35mins
• Ingredients: 11
• Yields: 4 bowls of chili
• Serves: 4

ingredients

• 1 lb ground beef
• 1 large onion, chopped (1 cup)
• 2 garlic cloves, crushed
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1⁄2 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 teaspoon dried oregano leaves
• 1 teaspoon baking cocoa
• 1⁄2 teaspoon red pepper sauce
• 1 (16 ounce) can whole tomatoes, undrained
• 1 (15 ounce) can red kidney beans, undrained

directions

1. Cook beef, onion and garlic in 3-quart saucepan over medium heat 8 to 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until beef is brown; drain.
2. Stir in remaining ingredients except beans, breaking up tomatoes. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Cover and simmer 1 hour, stirring occasionally.
3. Stir in beans. Heat to boiling; reduce heat to low. Simmer uncovered about 20 minutes, stirring occasionally, until desired thickness.

Reviews

[armyfamily33]

No doubt the best chili I have ever had! My family loves it and I will be making for years to come!