LADY BIRD JOHNSON'S PEDERNALES RIVER CHILI

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This recipe, from former first lady Lady Bird Johnson, was featured in the 2011 exhibition "What's Cooking, Uncle Sam?" at the National Archives in Washington.

Provided by Jennifer Steinhauer

Categories     dinner, easy, one pot, main course

Time 1h10m

Yield 12 servings

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 pounds ground beef
1 large onion, chopped
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon dried oregano
1 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons chili powder, or to taste
1 1/2 cups canned tomatoes, cut up
2 to 6 dashes hot sauce, or to taste
Salt to taste

Steps:

  • Cook the meat, onion and garlic in a Dutch oven over medium heat, stirring, until lightly browned. Stir in the oregano, cumin, chile powder, tomatoes, hot sauce, salt and 2 cups hot water. Bring to a boil, lower heat and simmer, covered, for about 1 hour, skimming off the fat as it cooks.

Nutrition Facts : @context http, Calories 399, UnsaturatedFat 14 grams, Carbohydrate 3 grams, Fat 31 grams, Fiber 1 gram, Protein 27 grams, SaturatedFat 12 grams, Sodium 456 milligrams, Sugar 1 gram, TransFat 2 grams

Dil Aawaiz
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Chili night is always a good night! This recipe is a winner. The chili is flavorful and hearty, and it's perfect for a crowd.


Divinekelly Eghosa
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This is a great chili recipe. It's easy to follow and the chili turns out delicious. I especially love the addition of the chocolate, which gives it a rich and complex flavor.


Haneen halmy
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I've made this chili several times now and it's always a hit. It's so easy to make and so flavorful. I love that I can adjust the spice level to my liking.


mdshohan Rohaman
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This chili is amazing! I love the smokiness from the chipotle peppers. It's the perfect comfort food for a cold winter day.


Richard Sutton
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So delicious! I made this chili for my family and they all raved about it. It's a keeper!


Ashura Kato
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The best chili I've ever had! The depth of flavor is incredible. I followed the recipe exactly, and it turned out perfectly.


ch zain Minhas
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This is now my go-to chili recipe. It's so flavorful and easy to make. I love that I can use different types of meat or beans, depending on what I have on hand.


Hopewell Chavula
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Easy to follow recipe, and the chili turned out delicious! I did add a bit more chili powder and cumin to taste. Served it with cornbread and everyone loved it.


Chrissy Waifu
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Just made this chili for a potluck and it was a hit! Everyone loved it, even those who don't usually like chili. The spice level is just right - not too hot, but still flavorful. Will definitely be making this again.


Morgan P
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This chili is a true delight! The combination of flavors is divine, and the texture is perfect. I used venison instead of beef, and it turned out wonderfully rich and flavorful. Highly recommend!