Delectable Hearty Winter Chili

This delectable hearty winter chili will keep you warm on a cold winter’s evening.

Chili con carne, or simply chili, originated in the southwestern United States, specifically in Texas. The dish has its roots in Mexican and Tex-Mex cuisine and typically consists of chili peppers, meat (usually beef), and a variety of spices. It has since become a popular dish throughout the United States and around the world.

Change it up by using different beans, vegetables, and spices.

Ingredients For Delectable Hearty Winter Chili

• 1 lb Hamburger
• 1 tbsp Olive Oil
• 1/2 Onion
• 5-6 Garlic Cloves
• 1 Lg Carrot
• 1-2 Pepperoni Sticks
• 1-2 C Fresh Mushrooms or 1 can stems & pieces.
• 1 C chopped Spinach
• 1 can Corn
• 2 tbsp Chili Powder
• 1/2 tbs Paprika
• 1/4 tsp Turmeric
• 1/4 tsp Cayenne Pepper or to liking
• 1 can (398g) Maple Brown Beans
• 1 Can White Kidney beans (540 g) drained
• 1 Can Black Beans (450g) drained
• 1 Can Diced Tomatoes (796g)
• 1/2 tsp Himalayan Salt and Pepper
• 1/2 C Water
• Garlic and Herb Cheese to top

Instructions:

Start frying lean hamburger with Olive oil in a 4 qt stock pot.

In chop/dicer add Carrot, Onion, and Garlic and dice finely. Chop Spinach and Mushrooms. Slice Pepperoni stick in bite size or 1/4″ slices. Add to pot with Hamburger. Fry for 5-10 min stirring often.

ADD Corn, and strained Beans, and Spices, and stir well for 5 min. Add Water and diced Tomatoes. Stir, cover, and simmer for a minimum of 1 hour.

Top with shredded cheese and serve with garlic toast. Yummy!!