Another one of our traditions for Halloween is to have chili. This Best Chili Ever recipe comes together very quickly and is so delicious!
I like chili because when it is cold; it just seems to warm up the whole body. It is also perfect when everyone seems to be in and out at different times. This way, if the crock pot has food in it, they can help themselves!
You can also use different kinds of beans like pinto beans, one of my kids will eat pinto beans but not kidney beans. As you can see in the picture, I have used some of both and that is great too.
If you like, you can also not blend your tomatoes. It is fine either way. But again some people do not like tomato chunks so go ahead and blend them in that situation.
What Ingredients Do I Need For Best Chili Ever?
Here’s a list of ingredients you’ll need to make this Chili (scroll down for the full recipe):
- Ground beef
- Onion
- Green pepper
- Olive oil
- Dry mustard
- Chili powder
- Cumin
- Unsweetened cocoa
- Ground cinnamon
- Tomatoes
- Kidney beans or pinto beans
- Tomato paste
How Do I Make Best Chili Ever?
Here’s the simple steps you’ll follow to make this Chili (scroll down for the full recipe):
- In a 5-6 quart pot, cook the onions, green pepper and ground beef in the oil, cook until the ground beef is no longer pink.
- Add mustard and stir while cooking for an additional minute.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, cocoa, cinnamon, tomatoes with the liquid and the beans with their liquid, and tomato paste.
- Simmer on medium rapidly for about 40 minutes or until most of the liquid has cooked away; stirring frequently.
- Top with grated cheese.
- Add Crackers if you like.
Can I Make Best Chili Ever in a Crock Pot?
- Yes, just cook the hamburger, onions and green peppers in your crock pot first.
- And then put everything else in the crock pot and let it cook on low for 1 1/2-2 hours.
- I like cooking this in the crock pot because I can just leave the crock pot on warm, and it is ready whenever my family members show up to eat!
What Length of Time Can Homemade Cooked Chili be Left at Room Temperature?
- If you are leaving it out to be served, maintain it at a temperature of over 140 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Bacteria grow rapidly at temperatures between 40 °F and 140 °F; it should be discarded if left out for more than 2 hours at room temperature.
How Long Does Homemade Chili Last in the Fridge?
- Place the cooked chili in covered airtight containers.
- Properly stored, it will last for 3 to 4 days in the refrigerator.
How Long Does Homemade Chili Last in the Freezer?
- Place the cooked chili in covered airtight containers or heavy-duty freezer bags.
- Properly stored, it will maintain best quality for about 4 to 6 months.
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Best Chili Ever
This Best Chili Ever recipe comes together quickly and is delicious! There is nothing quite like a nice warm bowl of Chili on a chilly day.
Ingredients
- 1 pound ground beef, cooked and drained
- 1 large onion, chopped
- 1 large green pepper, chopped
- 3 Tablespoons olive oil
- 1 teaspoon dry mustard
- 1 Tablespoon chili powder
- 1 teaspoon cumin
- 1 teaspoon unsweetened cocoa
- 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1 quart tomatoes (I blend mine in the blender)
- 3 (15 ounce) cans kidney beans or pinto beans or mix and use both
- 1 (8 ounce) can tomato paste
Instructions
- In a 5-6 quart pot, cook the onions, green pepper and ground beef in the oil, cook until the ground beef is no longer pink.
- Add mustard and stir while cooking for an additional minute.
- Add the chili powder, cumin, cocoa, cinnamon, tomatoes with the liquid and the beans with their liquid, and tomato paste.
- Simmer on medium rapidly for about 40 minutes or until most of the liquid has cooked away; stirring frequently.
- Top with grated cheese.
- Add crackers if you like as well.
Nutrition Information
Yield
10Serving Size
1Amount Per Serving Calories 233Total Fat 13gSaturated Fat 4gTrans Fat 0gUnsaturated Fat 7gCholesterol 40mgSodium 70mgCarbohydrates 14gFiber 4gSugar 3gProtein 16g
I’ve never tried a chili like this one… lots of fun yummy ingredients. Pinned so I can make it soon – especially these cold winter days and great for busy nights. Pinned
It is a great chili and it has been so cold here that we really enjoyed it this week! Thank you for coming by.
I totally want to make chili this Fall so I will have to try your recipe out! I’ve never had homemade before!
I hope that you try it. It is pretty simple. I think that you will really like it. Thank you for your support!
Thank you for sharing at #OverTheMoon. Pinned and shared. Have a lovely week. I hope to see you at next week’s party too!
Thank you for sharing at #ThursdayFavoriteThings. Pinned and shared. Have a lovely week. I hope to see you at next week’s party too!
I am a sucker for a good bowl of chili. I can’t wait to try your recipe!
This is the perfect dish for a day like today. It was so chilly here.