The General Store Chili Recipe

Name: The General Store Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 3 pounds ground beef, 80% lean; 1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped; 1 jalapeno, minced, with seeds; 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced; 1/4 cup chili powder; 2 cups crushed tomatoes; 1 cup tomato paste; 3 (15-ounce) cans kidney beans and their liquid; 1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder; 2 tablespoons dark-brown sugar; 2 teaspoons salt; 1 teaspoon black pepper; Cornbread, slathered in butter, for serving (optional)

Servings: persons

3 pounds ground beef, 80% lean
1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped
1 jalapeno, minced, with seeds
3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
1/4 cup chili powder
2 cups crushed tomatoes
1 cup tomato paste
3 (15-ounce) cans kidney beans and their liquid
1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa powder
2 tablespoons dark-brown sugar
2 teaspoons salt
1 teaspoon black pepper
Cornbread, slathered in butter, for serving (optional)

1
In a large, heavy pot set over medium-low heat, brown the beef, stirring it if it starts to stick to the bottom and breaking up any clumps, about 20 minutes.
2
Add the onion, jalapeno and garlic and cook until the onion is translucent, about 4 minutes.
3
Add the chili powder and stir well.
4
Cook for about 5 minutes over low heat, stirring occasionally.
5
Add the tomatoes and tomato paste.
6
If using a can, add about 1/4 cup water to the can to remove excess paste and add it to the pan.
7
Stir vigorously to incorporate and let simmer for 1 to 2 minutes.
8
Add the beans and their liquid, stirring gently so as not to break them.
9
Simmer over very low heat for 1 1/2 hours.
10
Turn off the heat and stir in the cocoa powder and sugar.
11
Add the salt and pepper, taste and season as needed.
12
Serve with buttered cornbread if desired.

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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: 3 pounds ground beef, 80% lean, 1 medium onion, peeled and finely chopped, 1 jalapeno, minced, with seeds, 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced, and more.

Yes, The General Store 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.

The General Store Chili

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