Chili Con Carne Or Chili(For Weight Watchers)

Name: Chili Con Carne Or Chili(For Weight Watchers)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 1/4 lb. ground beef; salt and water; 2 c. diced onion; 1 1/2 c. each: diced celery and green pepper; 1 tsp. minced garlic; 3 Tbsp. chili powder; 1 tsp. oregano; 2 bay leaves (remove, don't eat); 1 can kidney beans (don't drain); 2 c. chopped canned tomatoes; 5 c. tomato juice

Servings: persons

1
In large saucepan or Dutch oven, cook beef in boiling salted water to cover until it loses its red color.
2
Drain; discard liquid.
3
Break up any large pieces of beef; set aside.
4
In same pot, combine the onion, celery, green pepper and garlic.
5
Cook over medium heat for 3 minutes, adding 3 to 4 tablespoons water if necessary to prevent vegetables from sticking.
6
Stir in chili powder, 3/4 teaspoon salt, oregano and bay leaves.
7
Cook 3 minutes.
8
Add beef, beans, tomatoes and juice.
9
Simmer, uncovered, stirring often.
10
Divide evenly among 12 bowls.
11
Serve each portion topped with extra onion, if desired.

932

kcal

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 1/4 lb. ground beef, salt and water, 2 c. diced onion, 1 1/2 c. each: diced celery and green pepper, and more.

Yes, Chili Con Carne Or Chili(For Weight Watchers) falls under the Soups & Stews category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!