Midwest Chili Recipe

Name: Midwest Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 lb. beef chuck (coarse grind); 2 lb. beef chuck (hamburger grind); 2 large onions; 5 medium cloves garlic, firmly chopped; 1 Tbsp. hot red chile (ground); 5 Tbsp. mild red chile (ground); 3 Tbsp. cumin; 3 tsp. salt; 3 c. water; 2 (15 oz.) cans tomato sauce; 2 (28 oz.) cans tomatoes; 4 c. pintos, cooked

Servings: persons

3 lb. beef chuck (coarse grind)
2 lb. beef chuck (hamburger grind)
2 large onions
5 medium cloves garlic, firmly chopped
1 Tbsp. hot red chile (ground)
5 Tbsp. mild red chile (ground)
3 Tbsp. cumin
3 tsp. salt
3 c. water
2 (15 oz.) cans tomato sauce
2 (28 oz.) cans tomatoes
4 c. pintos, cooked

1
Add meat, onion and garlic to a heavy Dutch oven.
2
Break up any lumps with fork and cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until meat is browned.
3
Stir in chile, cumin and salt.
4
Add the water, tomato sauce and tomatoes, mashing with a fork.
5
Bring to a boil.
6
Lower heat and simmer, uncovered, 1 1/2 hours.
7
Stir occasionally.
8
Taste and adjust seasoning.
9
Stir in beans and simmer, uncovered, 1/2 hour longer.

1647

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

157

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

No additional tips available.

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 12 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 3 lb. beef chuck (coarse grind), 2 lb. beef chuck (hamburger grind), 2 large onions, 5 medium cloves garlic, firmly chopped, and more.

Yes, Midwest 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.

Midwest Chili

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