Cold Weather Chili Recipe

Name: Cold Weather Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck lean, cut in 1/2 in pieces or cubes; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose; 1 each sweet red bell peppers green pr red, medium size, chopped; 1 cup onions chopped; 1 tablespoon garlic minced; 1 1/2 cups beef stock; 1/2 teaspoon oregano; 1/2 teaspoon cumin ground; 1 tablespoon chili powder hot or mild; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 1 cup tomato sauce; 1/2 ounce chocolate unsweetened, coarsley chopped

Servings: persons

1 1/2 pounds beef chuck lean, cut in 1/2 in pieces or cubes
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose
1 each sweet red bell peppers green pr red, medium size, chopped
1 cup onions chopped
1 tablespoon garlic minced
1 1/2 cups beef stock
1/2 teaspoon oregano
1/2 teaspoon cumin ground
1 tablespoon chili powder hot or mild
1/2 teaspoon salt
1 cup tomato sauce
1/2 ounce chocolate unsweetened, coarsley chopped

1
Heat oil in a Dutch oven or large heavy duty skillet.
2
Sprinkle the meat with flour, and brown meat in oil.
3
Add a little extra olive oil to the browned meat.
4
If need to finish.
5
Stir in the onions, green peppers, and garlic.
6
Cook until set.
7
Stir in the beef broth, oregano, cumin, chili powder and salt.
8
Bring to a boil and reduce heat, then reduce heat and simmer, uncovered to for 45 mins.
9
Stir in tomato sauce and chocolate.
10
Simmer, uncovered 25 to 30 minutes until thick.

596

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* 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

A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

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 13 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 pounds beef chuck lean, cut in 1/2 in pieces or cubes, 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, 2 tablespoons flour, all-purpose, 1 each sweet red bell peppers green pr red, medium size, chopped, and more.

Yes, Cold Weather Chili 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!

Cold Weather Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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