Good Old Chili Con Carne Recipe

Name: Good Old Chili Con Carne
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 medium onions; 2 garlic cloves; 2 medium carrots; 2 celery ribs; 2 red bell peppers; olive oil, to taste; 1 teaspoon chili powder; 1 teaspoon ground cumin; 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon; sea salt, to taste; ground black pepper, to taste; 15 ounces garbanzo beans; 15 ounces kidney beans; 14 ounces diced tomatoes; 1 lb ground beef; 1 small bunch cilantro; 2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar; 2 cups basmati rice; 2 cups natural yogurt; 1 cup guacamole; 1 lime

Servings: persons

2 medium onions
2 garlic cloves
2 medium carrots
2 celery ribs
2 red bell peppers
olive oil, to taste
1 teaspoon chili powder
1 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
sea salt, to taste
ground black pepper, to taste
15 ounces garbanzo beans
15 ounces kidney beans
14 ounces diced tomatoes
1 lb ground beef
1 small bunch cilantro
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
2 cups basmati rice
2 cups natural yogurt
1 cup guacamole
1 lime

1
Peel and finely chop the onions, garlic, carrots, and celery.
2
Halve the bell peppers, remove the stalks and seeds and roughly chop.
3
Place your largest casserole-type pan on a medium high heat.
4
Add 2 lugs of olive oil and all your chopped vegetables.
5
Add the chili powder, cumin, and cinnamon with a good pinch of salt and pepper.
6
Stir every 30 seconds for about 7 minutes until softened and lightly colored.
7
Add the drained garbanzo beans, drained kidney beans, and the canned tomatoes.
8
Add the ground beef, breaking any larger chunks up with a wooden spoon.
9
Fill one of the empty tomato cans with water and pour this into the pan.
10
Pick the cilantro leaves and place them in the refrigerator.
11
Finely chop the washed stalks and stir inches.
12
Add the balsamic vinegar and season with a good pinch of salt and pepper.
13
Bring to a boil and turn the heat down to a simmer with a lid slightly askew for about an hour, stirring every now and again to stop it catching.

1130

kcal

Calories

Fat

165

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 21 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 medium onions, 2 garlic cloves, 2 medium carrots, 2 celery ribs, and more.

Yes, Good Old Chili Con Carne 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!

Good Old Chili Con Carne

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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