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Classic Chili
Nutrition Facts
| Serving Size | 1 |
| Calories | 372 |
| Total Fat | 15 g |
| Saturated Fat | 6 g |
| Sodium | 517 mg |
| Total Carbohydrate | 29 g |
| Dietary Fiber | 7 g |
| Protein | 33 g |
Ingredients and Preparation
| Ingredients | Measures |
|---|---|
| 90% reduced-fat ground beef | 1 pound |
| Small white onion, chopped | 1 |
| Green bell pepper, chopped | 1 |
| Garlic cloves, minced | 2 |
| Diced tomatoes with added puree | 1 (28-ounce) can |
| Kidney beans, drained | 1 (16-ounce) can |
| Cumin | 3 tablespoons |
| Chili powder | 2 tablespoons |
| Dried oregano | 1½ teaspoons |
| Salt | ¼ teaspoon |
| Light sour cream | ¼ cup |
| Reduced-fat grated cheddar cheese | ¼ cup |
- Directions
- Heat a Dutch oven or large pot over medium-high heat. Add beef and brown, breaking with a wooden spoon or spatula until cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
- Stir in onion, pepper, and garlic. Cook 3-4 minutes, until vegetables are slightly softened.
- Add tomatoes and beans to the pot. Stir in cumin, chili powder, oregano, and salt.
- Bring to a boil, then reduce to medium heat and simmer, stirring occasionally for 20 minutes or more, until the chili reaches desired thickness.
- Top each bowl of chili with 1 tablespoon sour cream and 1 tablespoon cheese.
Exchanges
3 lean meats; 1.5 very lean meat substitutes; 1.5 starches; 1 vegetable
Side Suggestions: Crusty Bread (Italian or French)
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