How to Prepare Chili Without Beans
Brown the ground hamburger meat., Keeping the pot on the heat, add in the garlic., Add in the diced tomatoes and the liquid.,Add all the rest of the ingredients., Use additional add ins, if desired., Bring the pot up to a low simmer., Taste it...
Step-by-Step Guide
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Step 1: Brown the ground hamburger meat.
In a large pot (big enough to fit all the chili in when it is done), brown the hamburger mince with the onion and green pepper. , Cook for 1 minute.
Do not overcook, as burned garlic is bitter., Stir it up to get any browned bits off the bottom of the pot.,, These can include (all optional):
Diced carrots.
They add sweetness and body.
About a cup.
Add in when you cook the ground beef.
Diced jalapeño, for more heat. 1/8 teaspoon of liquid smoke for a smoky flavor. , Cover.
Let simmer for at least an hour.
The longer the chili simmers, the better.
Check and stir it every half hour., Adjust the seasonings.
It may need more salt., Ladle onto plates or bowls.
Top with sour cream, shredded cheddar and sliced green onions.
Serve while still hot. -
Step 2: Keeping the pot on the heat
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Step 3: add in the garlic.
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Step 4: Add in the diced tomatoes and the liquid.
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Step 5: Add all the rest of the ingredients.
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Step 6: Use additional add ins
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Step 7: if desired.
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Step 8: Bring the pot up to a low simmer.
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Step 9: Taste it.
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Step 10: Serve.
Detailed Guide
In a large pot (big enough to fit all the chili in when it is done), brown the hamburger mince with the onion and green pepper. , Cook for 1 minute.
Do not overcook, as burned garlic is bitter., Stir it up to get any browned bits off the bottom of the pot.,, These can include (all optional):
Diced carrots.
They add sweetness and body.
About a cup.
Add in when you cook the ground beef.
Diced jalapeño, for more heat. 1/8 teaspoon of liquid smoke for a smoky flavor. , Cover.
Let simmer for at least an hour.
The longer the chili simmers, the better.
Check and stir it every half hour., Adjust the seasonings.
It may need more salt., Ladle onto plates or bowls.
Top with sour cream, shredded cheddar and sliced green onions.
Serve while still hot.
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