REAL-DEAL CHILI

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Bacon adds smoky flavor to this authentic Southwestern beef chili. Masa harina, or fine cornmeal, helps thicken it. Serve the lime wedges on the side.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Ingredients     Meat & Poultry     Beef Recipes     Ground Beef Recipes

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

2 slices bacon, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch pieces
1 onion, coarsely chopped
3 cloves garlic, chopped (1 1/2 tablespoons)
2 tablespoons paprika
1 1/2 teaspoons ground cumin
1 1/2 teaspoons dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1 1/4 teaspoons kosher salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly ground pepper
2 pounds ground beef chuck
2 tablespoons fine cornmeal, or masa harina
1 1/2 tablespoons cider vinegar
Chopped jalapeno, chopped onion or scallion, grated cheddar cheese, lime wedges, and sour cream, for serving

Steps:

  • In a Dutch oven, cook bacon over medium heat until just beginning to brown, about 4 minutes. Add onion and garlic, and cook for 30 seconds. Add paprika, cumin, oregano, cayenne, salt, pepper, and ground beef. Cook, stirring occasionally, and breaking up the meat with the side of the spoon, until the beef is cooked through, about 10 minutes.
  • Stir in 3 cups water, cornmeal, and vinegar, and bring to a boil. Reduce to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until liquid thickens, about 20 minutes. It may be necessary to add a little water to thin the chili. Serve hot, garnished with desired toppings.

Mahad Hassan
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This is a great recipe for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


kipa moni
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This chili is the perfect way to warm up on a cold winter day.


Thelma Rines
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I love that this recipe is so customizable. I can add or remove ingredients to suit my own taste.


Alex Njuguna
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This chili is a great way to use up leftover vegetables.


Yousafzai Baseballer
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I've never been a big fan of chili, but this recipe changed my mind. It's so flavorful and hearty.


Mohamed Maiga
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This chili is the perfect party food. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always disappears quickly.


Jaspal Kaur
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I love the smoky flavor that the chipotle peppers add to this chili.


Saith Waseem
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This chili is so easy to make, even for a beginner cook.


Dipto Das
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I've made this chili several times now and it's always a hit with my family and friends.


Vet sammy Mwaura m Jnr
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This chili is the perfect comfort food. It's warm, hearty, and filling.


Mitchell Ross
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I love that this recipe uses ground turkey instead of beef. It makes the chili healthier without sacrificing any flavor.


Monicah Wangari
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This chili is so versatile. I've served it with everything from cornbread to rice to pasta.


Queen Bae
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I made this chili in my slow cooker and it turned out perfectly. It was so easy to just set it and forget it.


Liz Niesse
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The chili was a bit too spicy for my taste, but I was able to easily adjust the spice level by adding less chili powder.


Pakistan Time
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I love that this recipe uses a variety of beans and vegetables. It makes the chili so hearty and nutritious.


Kuntaa Christopher
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This recipe is so easy to follow, even for a beginner cook like me.


ikramul houqe
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I made this chili for a party and it was a huge hit! Everyone loved it.


Rizwana Naseem
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This is the best chili recipe I've ever tried! It's so flavorful and hearty, and it's perfect for a cold winter day.