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Gabby Gourmets Southwestern Chili Recipe

Fred Wix, the Gabby Gourmet, shares his legendary Southwestern Chili recipe! This hearty chili is perfect for chili aficionados and bean lovers alike. Fred's secret? No beans until the very end (optional!). This recipe, submitted for Zaar World Tour II and the Mexican Savory Chocolate Challenge, delivers bold Southwestern flavors with a hint of spice. Get ready for a chili experience that's both authentic and customizable!

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 100 mins
Calories 539 kcal
Protein 76g
Rating 4.7 (9 Reviews)
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Ingredients for Gabby Gourmets Southwestern Chili

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How to Make Gabby Gourmets Southwestern Chili

  1. Heat 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a large, heavy-bottomed pot over medium-high heat.
  2. Add 1.5 lbs ground beef, 1 large onion (chopped), 1 green bell pepper (chopped), and 4 cloves garlic (minced).
  3. Stir and cook for 5-7 minutes, breaking up the beef as it cooks, until the onions and bell pepper are softened.
  4. Add 1 (28 ounce) can crushed tomatoes, 1 (15 ounce) can tomato sauce, 1 (15 ounce) can diced tomatoes (undrained), 1 tablespoon chili powder, 1 teaspoon cumin, 1/2 teaspoon oregano, 1/4 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional), 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper. Stir in 1 cup of water.
  5. Add several dashes of Tabasco sauce to taste (optional).
  6. Reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for at least 1 hour, or up to 1.5 hours, stirring occasionally. The longer it simmers, the richer the flavor!
  7. If using, stir in 1 (15 ounce) can of your favorite beans (kidney, pinto, black) during the last 15 minutes of cooking.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

81 g

Sugar

100g

Fat

52g

Carbs

13g

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Time To Make Course Main Ingredient Cuisine Preparation Occasion North American Main Dish Beef Vegetables American Southwestern United States Tex Mex Easy Fall Winter Chocolate Chili Stove Top Dietary Spicy Low Cholesterol Seasonal Low Calorie Comfort Food Low Carb Inexpensive Healthy 2 Ground Beef Low In Something Meat Tomatoes Taste Mood Equipment Presentation Served Hot 3 Steps Or Less 4 Hours Or Less