Fast Weeknight Chili
Sometimes you just need a hearty bowl of chili without the fuss. This is your move. Fast, flavorful, and ready to roll on a weeknight. Don't overthink it.
Prep: 10 minutesCook: 30 minutesServes 4
Main Chili
| Item | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Tomato Sauce | 227g (8 oz) |
| Carroll Shelby Chili Powder | 1 packet |
| Ground Beef | 680g (1.5 lb) |
| Cayenne— to taste | 1/2 tsp |
| Kidney Beans— rinsed | 400g (1 can) |
| Black Beans— rinsed | 400g (1 can) |
| Pinto Beans— rinsed | 400g (1 can) |
| Water— as needed for consistency | 227g (1 can) |
| Sour Cream | 50g (1/4 cup) |
| Shredded Cheese | 50g (1/2 cup) |
| Cornbread | 1 piece |
| Crackers | 30g (1/2 cup) |
| Tortilla Chips | 50g (1 cup) |
| Flour Tortillas— microwave-safe | 1 count (45g) |
Steps
- Mix up the ground beef and cook according to instructions on the chili powder packet.
- Once the ground beef is done, stir in the chili seasoning, tomato sauce, and an equal amount of water using the tomato sauce can.
- Cook this mixture, allowing the flavors to meld. Add cayenne to taste if you prefer a spicier chili.
- After the chili has cooked for a while, add the rinsed kidney, black, and pinto beans. Let them warm through and cook slightly in the chili.
- Add more water as needed to achieve your desired consistency.
- Serve the chili with a dollop of sour cream, a sprinkle of shredded cheese, and a side of cornbread or crackers.
- It's also excellent spooned over tortilla chips or wrapped in a warm flour tortilla for a quick burrito.
Optional Cornbread
| Item | Quantity |
|---|---|
| Jiffy Cornbread Mix | 1 box |
Steps
- Prepare the cornbread mix according to the package instructions.
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