Smoky Three-Bean Beef Chili Recipe

Name: Smoky Three-Bean Beef Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 onion, diced King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 2 strips of OSCAR MAYER Bacon, diced; 2 carrots, diced King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09; 1 stalk celery, diced; 3-4 cloves garlic, diced; 1 lb. ground beef Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09; 1 cup chicken stock; 1 Tbsp. tomato paste; 1 can (28 oz.) plum tomatoes (peeled), run through a blender or otherwise chopped; 1 can (15 oz.) black beans; 1 can (15 oz.) chickpeas (garbanzo beans); 1 can (15 oz.) kidney beans; 1 Tbsp. ground cumin; 1/4 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)*; 1 tsp. smoked paprika; 1/4 tsp. thyme; 2 bay leaves

Servings: persons

1 onion, diced King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
2 strips of OSCAR MAYER Bacon, diced
2 carrots, diced King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09
1 stalk celery, diced
3-4 cloves garlic, diced
1 lb. ground beef Safeway 1 lb For $3.99 thru 02/09
1 cup chicken stock
1 Tbsp. tomato paste
1 can (28 oz.) plum tomatoes (peeled), run through a blender or otherwise chopped
1 can (15 oz.) black beans
1 can (15 oz.) chickpeas (garbanzo beans)
1 can (15 oz.) kidney beans
1 Tbsp. ground cumin
1/4 tsp. ground red pepper (cayenne)*
1 tsp. smoked paprika
1/4 tsp. thyme
2 bay leaves

1
In a bit of olive oil, saute the onion, bacon, carrot, and celery, until the onion is soft and the bacon fat rendered.
2
Add the garlic and saute a moment more.
3
Add the beef and cook until brown, breaking it up with a wooden spoon (or a potato masher).
4
After the beef is browned, add the chicken stock, tomato paste, canned tomatoes, beans, and all the spices and herbs.
5
Bring to a boil and simmer as long as you feel like it.
6
It doesnt need much more cooking at this point.
7
Season to taste.
8
Serve garnished with tortilla chips, shredded KRAFT Cheddar Cheese, sliced scallions, PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, and or any other topping of your choice.
9
*If you want to make the chili more spicy, double (or triple!)
10
the amount of cayenne pepper.
11
It is up to you.

1074

kcal

Calories

Fat

113

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 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 onion, diced King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09, 2 strips of OSCAR MAYER Bacon, diced, 2 carrots, diced King Sooper's 1 lb For $0.99 thru 02/09, 1 stalk celery, diced, and more.

Yes, Smoky Three-Bean Beef 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!

Smoky Three-Bean Beef Chili

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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