Truck Stop Chili Recipe

Name: Truck Stop Chili
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/4 pound bacon; 3 pounds trimmed beef brisket, cut into 1/4-inch cubes; 1 pound onions, chopped; 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin; 3 1/2 tablespoons chili powder; 2 teaspoons paprika; 1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano; 1 teaspoon ground black pepper; 1/2 teaspoon dried thyme; 1/2 teaspoon salt; 4 large garlic cloves, minced; One 13.75-ounce can beef broth; One 28-ounce can plum tomatoes in puree; 2 dried chipotle chiles

Servings: persons

1/4 pound bacon
3 pounds trimmed beef brisket, cut into 1/4-inch cubes
1 pound onions, chopped
1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin
3 1/2 tablespoons chili powder
2 teaspoons paprika
1 teaspoon dried Mexican oregano
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
1/2 teaspoon dried thyme
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 large garlic cloves, minced
One 13.75-ounce can beef broth
One 28-ounce can plum tomatoes in puree
2 dried chipotle chiles

1
Cook the bacon in a large skillet until crisp.
2
Remove the bacon and reserve.
3
Over high heat, brown the beef in the bacon drippings left in the skillet and set the meat aside.
4
Over medium heat, saute the onions in the remaining drippings for 8 to 10 minutes, until lightly browned.
5
Toast the cumin in a small skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly for 1 minute or until fragrant.
6
Add the toasted cumin, chili powder, paprika, oregano, black pepper, thyme, salt, and garlic to the cooked onions and saute for 1 minute.
7
Crumble in the bacon, add the beef broth, 1 cup water, tomatoes, chiles, and the beef.
8
Bring to a boil, reduce the heat, cover partially, and simmer for 3 hours or until the meat is very tender, adding water as needed to maintain the desired consistency.

1231

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

108

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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: 1/4 pound bacon, 3 pounds trimmed beef brisket, cut into 1/4-inch cubes, 1 pound onions, chopped, 1 1/2 tablespoons ground cumin, and more.

Yes, Truck Stop 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.

Truck Stop Chili

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