L. J's Chili Recipe

Name: L. J's Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs; 6 tablespoons butter, unsalted; 12 ounces chocolate; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 1/4 pound butter, unsalted cut into bits; 2 tablespoons liqueur coffee flavor, such as kahlua; 1 pinch salt; 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream; 4 tablespoons sugar; 1/4 cup butter; 1 1/2 teaspoons coffee; 3 packages lady fingers; 1/2 cup dark rum; 27 ounces chocolate

Servings: persons

1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs
6 tablespoons butter, unsalted
12 ounces chocolate
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
1/4 pound butter, unsalted cut into bits
2 tablespoons liqueur coffee flavor, such as kahlua
1 pinch salt
1/2 cup heavy whipping cream
4 tablespoons sugar
1/4 cup butter
1 1/2 teaspoons coffee
3 packages lady fingers
1/2 cup dark rum
27 ounces chocolate

1
Cut beef into 1 inch chunks or thereabouts.
2
Let beef soak in a bowl with the tomatoes and juice, lemon juice, mushrooms, black pepper, crushed chilis and onions over night.
3
Brown the meat in a skillet.
4
In large pot throw in the tomatoes and crushed chillis, onions, meat, paste, everything except the beans and peppers and slow cook for three hours.
5
Next chop your green and red peppers into long slivers or if you prefer diced.
6
Also stir in your beans and cook slowly for one more hour.
7
All cooking must not have the lid on.
8
With the thick and soupy inch ring around the pot; stir back into the simmering chili.

2720

kcal

Calories

186

Fat

237

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
Coconut cream is a reliable plant-based alternative to dairy cream.

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 1/2 cups chocolate wafer crumbs, 6 tablespoons butter, unsalted, 12 ounces chocolate, 1/2 cup heavy whipping cream, and more.

Yes, L. J's 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!

L. J's Chili

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