Nana’S Chili Recipe

Name: Nana’S Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole Green Pepper; 3 stalks Celery; 1 whole Sweet Onion; 3 cloves Garlic; 2 Tablespoons Butter; 1 teaspoon (heaping) Paprika; 1 teaspoon (heaping) Chili Powder; 4 cups Beef Broth; 32 ounces, fluid Tomato Sauce (approximately 4 Small Cans); 2 dashes Louisiana Hot Sauce; 1-1/2 pound Ground Beef (fat Drained And Rinsed); 1 can (15 Oz. Can) Light Kidney Beans, Rinsed; 1 can (15 Oz. Can) Dark Kidney Beans, Rinsed

Servings: persons

1 whole Green Pepper
3 stalks Celery
1 whole Sweet Onion
3 cloves Garlic
2 Tablespoons Butter
1 teaspoon (heaping) Paprika
1 teaspoon (heaping) Chili Powder
4 cups Beef Broth
32 ounces, fluid Tomato Sauce (approximately 4 Small Cans)
2 dashes Louisiana Hot Sauce
1-1/2 pound Ground Beef (fat Drained And Rinsed)
1 can (15 Oz. Can) Light Kidney Beans, Rinsed
1 can (15 Oz. Can) Dark Kidney Beans, Rinsed

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1. Chop pepper, celery, and onion.
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2. Add chopped veggies, along with garlic, butter, and spices to a large soup pot, and saute until onions are soft (peppers and celery might still be a bit crunchy), and spices are infused into the mixture.
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3. Add beef broth, tomato sauce, and hot sauce, and allow to simmer.
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4. In a separate pan, cook the beef. Drain and rinse. Add to the soup pot.
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5. Drain beans, and also add to the soup pot.
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6. Allow chili to simmer for at least 30 minutes before serving, to blend flavors.
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7. Serve with shredded cheese, oyster crackers, sour cream, etc.!

460

kcal

Calories

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

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-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 whole Green Pepper, 3 stalks Celery, 1 whole Sweet Onion, 3 cloves Garlic, and more.

Yes, Nana’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!

Nana’S Chili

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Variations & substitutions

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