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Chili Con Carne

May 1, 2012

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easy chili con carne recipe

 

When the Husband and I married, years and years ago (or so it feels), we each came into our union with one great recipe in our back pocket.  I could make crazy good cinnamon rolls and his specialty was Chili con Carne.

Of all the food you can get in Texas, Chili con Carne (also known as simply “chili”) is THE Texas dish.  It’s simple and hearty comfort food for all.  And, in this version I adapted from the Husband, it uses primarily fresh ingredients and is a frugal meal.

(I like healthy and cheap.)

For years, I never attempted making this dish; it was the Husband’s specialty and I didn’t mind handing over the apron whenever one of us had a craving for it.

But, after the birth of Barney Kneeknuckles, I realized how wonderfully blissful it is to have the Husband entertain and care for all three Kidlets while I handle dinner.  It’s quiet.  Peaceful.  I decided I didn’t care to give up those thirty-some minutes to myself … even for Chili con Carne.  So, I had the Husband teach me how to make it.

(Yeah, I’m kind of selfish like that.)

He learned how to make it from his aunt, who in turn had learned this authentic dish from a Hispanic neighbor.  Each time it is made, it’s a little different based on what you add or don’t (sometimes I leave out peppers if they aren’t on sale), but when served over fresh and steaming rice, this Chili con Carne still satisfies the soul.

Seriously, y’all — this hits the spot when you are craving warmth, spice, hugs, and family.  It’s just one of those recipes.

Meat Chili

Chili Con Carne

Ingredients

  1. 1 lb of Ground Meat
  2. 1 small Onion, chopped
  3. 2 cloves of Garlic, minced
  4. 1 teaspoon Ground Cumin
  5. 1 medium Red Bell Pepper, diced
  6. 1-2 Jalapenos, seeded and finely diced
  7. 1 can Petite-diced Tomatoes
  8. 2 cans Tomato Sauce
  9. 1 teaspoon Salt
  10. Salt and Pepper (to taste)

Directions

  1. In a saute pan, add the ground meat, chopped onion, minced garlic and cumin and cook over medium heat until the onion is translucent and the meat is browned.  (you can drain or skim any grease off if desired; I typically use ground turkey and find that it doesn’t need draining)
  2. Add the diced peppers, tomatoes (do not drain) and the tomato sauce, plus one teaspoon of salt.
  3. Bring to a boil and then reduce the heat, cover and let the chili simmer till the bell pepper has softened. (about 20 minutes)
  4. Add additional salt and pepper to taste and then serve over rice.

Number of servings (yield): 6

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Recipe by Rachel Lacy

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Rachel Lacy is the author of Following In My Shoes, where she blogs about Mommyhood, Family-Friendly Recipes and Bento Lunches, and Life in Texas. She is a lover of all things Coffee and Nutella.
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