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Four Bean Chili
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Instructions
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In a sauté pan over medium heat place 1 tbsp of oil and sauté onions for 3 minutes. Add minced garlic and sauté another minute until the onions start to caramelize, then remove and place in a crock pot.
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In the same sauté pan, add another tbsp of oil and sauté the ground beef for 5 minutes, breaking down the beef with a wooden spoon until it’s cooked through and most of its juice has evaporated.
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Add the cooked beef and the remaining ingredients to the crock pot and stir to combine.
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Cover and cook the chili on low for 8 hours.
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Top with desired accompaniments and serve.
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Tips & Tricks (5)
- Bloom Your Spices First 🌶️Toast the cumin and chili powder in the oil for 30-60 seconds before adding other ingredients to unlock their essential oils and deepen their complex flavors.
- Brown Your Beef Properly 🥩Don't crowd the pan when browning ground beef; work in batches and let it develop a rich crust for deeper, more savory flavor throughout the chili.
- Drain and Rinse Your Beans 🫘Rinse canned beans thoroughly under cold water to remove excess sodium and starch, preventing a gummy texture and allowing better flavor absorption from the sauce.
- Low and Slow Simmering 🫕Simmer the chili uncovered for at least 30-45 minutes on low heat to allow flavors to meld and the sauce to thicken naturally for a richer, more cohesive taste.
- Layer Garlic and Onion Timing ⏱️Sauté aromatics until golden before adding beef, then add minced garlic in the last 30 seconds to prevent burning while ensuring its pungent flavor isn't lost in long cooking.
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About the Cook
Hi, I’m Catherine McCord. As a chef, TV host, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and mom of three, my goal at Weelicious is to be a resource dedicated to providing simple, nutritious, and delicious recipes for the whole family.
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Diet at a Glance
High Protein
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Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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