HEARTY CROCK POT CHILI / CASSIES

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This Chili starts out with dry beans. I used Pinto's...basically brown ground beef - place everything in the pot...turn it to high...leave it cook for a good 6 - 6 1/2 hours on high...and you have the makings for a great pot of Chili...freeing you up to do other things... This recipe filled my 6 quart crock pot...if you don't...

Provided by Cassie *

Categories     Chili

Time 7h20m

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 - 2 1/2 lb ground beef
salt and pepper to season ground beef
1 - 16 oz dry pinto beans ( could use favorite canned beans) - adjust cooking time
6 - 8 clove garlic - minced
1 1/2 - 2 c onion, chopped
1 large red or green bell pepper, chopped
2 stalk(s) celery, chopped ( optional )
1 heaping Tbsp each - chili powder and cumin ( optional ) we like lots of spice
1 - 1.25 oz package chili seasoning mix ( i used hot )
1 tsp each - garlic and onion powder
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon ( optional )
2 bay leaves
1 small 10 ounce can, beef broth
1 - 12 oz tomato paste
1 large can sliced mushrooms - drained or use fresh
1 - 28 oz diced tomatoes in juice
1 - 2 dried habanero pepper - crushed ( optional )
4 - 5 c 100% tomato juice - more if need to thin out
2 Tbsp brown sugar

Steps:

  • 1. Sort and pick through beans to remove any debris. First thing I do; and this is totally optional - make patties out of ground beef. Season with salt and pepper. Brown in skillet over medium - high heat, until cooked through ( reason for making patties, is I like my chili meat chunkier ) by all means brown it as you wish. When finished I remove from pan to cool. Then chop into chunks.
  • 2. In 6 - 7 quart crock pot, add the beans...a little water ( about 1/2 cup ) turn pot to high...place the lid on the pot and begin preparing vegetables.
  • 3. Once veggies are chopped, and burger is cooked and chopped; add all remaining ingredients ( except for the brown sugar ) to the pot. I then stir lightly just to combine. Place the lid back on the pot and cook for 6 hours. If not using dry beans...adjust cooking time. May not need as much liquid. Directions I am giving are for use of dried beans. After about 3 hours into cooking, stir and add more juice or water if needed.
  • 4. After 6 - 6 1/2 hours. Stir and check beans for tenderness. Now is when to adjust seasonings to your liking. Stir in brown sugar. I like using brown sugar to equal out the acidity of the tomatoes. Note: must use high setting on your pot in order for the beans to cook properly.

Kim Davis
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This chili is terrible. I would not recommend it to anyone.


Aniel Kivido
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I'm disappointed with this chili. It's not worth the time or effort.


hastings kadiwa
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This chili is bland and flavorless. I wouldn't recommend it.


Darsamand Bangash
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my chili didn't turn out as good as I expected.


MD Borhain
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This chili is a bit too spicy for me, but it's still very good.


Fazailmughal Mughal
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This chili is the best I've ever had. I highly recommend it.


Tg Tg
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I'm not a big fan of chili, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and delicious.


Sleek Josh
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This chili is amazing! The flavors are so rich and complex.


rebecca Delorme
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This chili is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Cathy Peoples
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Loved this chili! It was the perfect meal for a cold winter night.


Shemidah Hall
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This chili is easy to make and it tastes great. I will definitely be making it again.


Cizil
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I made this chili for my family and they all loved it. I especially liked that it wasn't too spicy.


MAHIN HASSAN
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This chili is delicious! The beef is tender and the sauce is flavorful. I served it with sour cream, cheddar cheese, and tortilla chips.


Christal West
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I love that this recipe is so versatile. I can add or subtract ingredients to suit my own taste. I also like that it's healthy and made with fresh ingredients.


Eniola Bukky
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This chili is the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day. It's hearty and flavorful, and the slow-cooker makes it so easy to prepare.


sajal sarkar
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I've made this chili recipe several times now and it's always a crowd-pleaser. The instructions are easy to follow and the ingredients are easy to find.


Anushka Bishwakarma
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This chili was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the rich flavor and the tender meat. I will definitely be making this again.